Vodafone Idea announces completion of network in Kolkata’s Underwater Metro

Vodafone India, the leading telecom service provider in India, has announced that it has completed its network deployment in the Underwater Metro of Kolkata. This will ensure that there will be seamless connectivity for passengers on the Green Line route. Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kolkata Underwater Metro on February 6, 2024. Vodafone Idea said that with this deployment, customers using the metro service will be able to get good network connectivity on the entire 16.6 km route of the Green Line Metro. The company has ensured that it will provide uninterrupted network connectivity to passengers traveling from Howrah Maidan to Esplanade. Vi has deployed network infrastructure at 17 stations, including 6 underground stations over a distance of 10.8 kilometers. These stations are Phool Bagan, Sealdah, Esplanade, Mahakaran, Howrah Station, Howrah Maidan Station. Similarly, 11 ground/elevated stations include Teghoriya, Raghunathpur, Baguiati, Dum Dum Park, Kestopur, Salt Lake Sector V, Karunamoyee, Central Park, City Centre, Bengal Chemical and Salt Lake Stadium.

On the other hand, 6 of the 11 elevated stations – Salt Lake Sector V, Karunamoyee, Central Park, City Centre, Bengal Chemical and Salt Lake Stadium, are accessible to the public, while the others will be opened soon. Vi mentioned that network deployment at the stations has been completed. For connectivity purposes, Vi has enabled IBS (In-Building Solutions) inside the underwater tunnel. The same technology has also been used for the underground metro tunnel. Naveen Singhvi, Cluster Business Head – East, Vodafone Idea commented that the East-West Metro Corridor was a long-cherished dream for the citizens of Kolkata as well as Howrah.

Naveen said, “We are pleased to share that our network deployment on this underwater rail route will provide a seamless, uninterrupted and enhanced network experience to our Vi customers. This initiative is a testament to Vi’s commitment to providing our customers with delightful experiences for a better tomorrow.”