Kolkata: New Garia Metro Shut For 6 Months, What Went Wrong At The Key Interchange?
Though the station was built just 15 years ago, some officials admitted there were already 'red flags' in the structure's design before the damage.
Metro services to Kavi Subhash (New Garia) station came to a grinding halt on Monday after visible cracks were found in the support columns of the station platform.
The cracks appeared on the Up platform, which serves Dakshineswar-bound trains on the Blue Line.
As per Telegraph India, metro authorities suspect the damage was caused by 'uneven settlement" due to recent heavy rainfall. As a safety measure, services to and from the terminal station have been indefinitely suspended.
How Long Will the Repair Take?
While an official timeline hasn't been confirmed, sources within Metro Railway say it could take at least six months before the station is operational again. A detailed assessment is underway, and repair work will begin soon.
In the meantime, Blue Line trains will run only between Dakshineswar and Shahid Khudiram (Dhalai Bridge). Though the Orange Line—from Ruby to New Garia—remains unaffected, the crucial interchange at New Garia is now non-functional, causing major inconvenience.
What's the Bigger Concern?
Some Metro officials believe the station's design did not consider the soil type adequately. Cracks were reportedly noticed even before the rains, suggesting deeper structural flaws.
Why Does This Matter to Commuters?
The closure impacts thousands. New Garia station connects directly with the suburban railway network, allowing seamless transfers. With several new housing projects in areas like Narendrapur and Panchasayar, ridership from New Garia had seen a steady rise.
'This shutdown has messed up my daily commute," said Sameer Guha, a regular commuter. 'It's shocking that such a new station is crumbling."
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