Kolkata Metro Services: Puja shopping plans in Kolkata could face an unexpected travel hurdle this Sunday as Metro Railway prepares to shut a major stretch of the Blue Line for maintenance. The disruption will affect commuters heading towards the southern parts of the city, with trains unable to operate between Shahid Khudiram and Mahanayak Uttam Kumar for most of the day.
The temporary restriction will remain in place from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM on September 13, as Metro Railway carries out maintenance work linked to a traffic and power block. The move will particularly affect passengers travelling towards areas around Gitanjali, Kavi Nazrul and Shahid Khudiram.
However, commuters travelling on the northern portion of the Blue Line will continue to have regular service. Trains will operate between Dakshineswar and Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, allowing passengers to travel normally on that section during the maintenance window.
Kolkata Metro Services: Why is Kolkata Metro Suspending Blue Line Services?
The disruption comes as Metro Railway undertakes scheduled maintenance work on the Blue Line.
A traffic and power block will be imposed between Gitanjali and Kavi Nazrul stations on Sunday. The block will allow maintenance activity to take place on the route without regular passenger services operating through the affected section.
On 13.09.2026 (#Sunday) Traffic and Power Block between #Gitanjali and #KaviNazrul stations. #AamarMetro #MeyroRailwayKolkata #PublicNotice https://t.co/JSdwfHHFlr
— Metro Railway Kolkata (@metrorailwaykol) September 12, 2026
Metro Railway has also indicated that rail-related maintenance work is part of the exercise. The work requires the temporary suspension of passenger services across a larger section than the immediate maintenance location.
Kolkata Metro Services: Which Kolkata Metro Stations Will Be Affected?
The operational impact will extend beyond the Gitanjali-Kavi Nazrul section. No Metro services will operate between Shahid Khudiram and Mahanayak Uttam Kumar from 9 AM to 6:30 PM.
This means passengers using stations on this southern stretch will need to make alternative travel arrangements during the maintenance period.
The affected section includes stations such as:
- Mahanayak Uttam Kumar
- Netaji
- Masterda Surya Sen
- Gitanjali
- Kavi Nazrul
- Shahid Khudiram
The precise impact for individual commuters will depend on their boarding and destination stations.
Kolkata Metro Services: Where Will Kolkata Metro Trains Run On Sunday?
The Blue Line will not shut down completely.
During the restricted period, Metro trains will continue to operate between Dakshineswar and Mahanayak Uttam Kumar. This means passengers can use the northern and central portion of the Blue Line normally, but those travelling beyond Mahanayak Uttam Kumar towards Shahid Khudiram will have to switch to other modes of transport.
Metro Railway expects the entire Blue Line to return to normal operations after the maintenance block ends.
Kolkata Metro Services: When Will Full Blue Line Services Resume?
The affected services are expected to resume after 6:30 PM on Sunday.
Metro Railway has described the restoration timing as tentative, meaning passengers travelling during the evening should check the latest service information before starting their journey.
The normal Blue Line route connects Dakshineswar with Shahid Khudiram, making it one of the city’s most important Metro corridors.
Kolkata Metro Services: Puja Shoppers Could Face The Biggest Disruption
The timing of the maintenance work could prove inconvenient for shoppers preparing for Puja.
Sunday is expected to draw a large number of people towards Kolkata’s traditional shopping areas. Commuters from the southern fringes who normally use the Blue Line to reach central and south Kolkata markets may have to depend on buses, taxis, autos or other transport options during the closure.
Popular shopping destinations such as Lake Market and Esplanade could therefore become less convenient to reach for passengers starting their journey from the affected southern stations.
Will Other Kolkata Metro Lines Be Affected?
No major disruption has been reported on the other Metro corridors because of this particular maintenance block.
Services on the Green, Purple and Orange lines are expected to continue normally. The disruption is specifically linked to the Blue Line’s southern section and the maintenance activity between Gitanjali and Kavi Nazrul.
Kolkata Metro Blue Line Sunday Timings At A Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | September 13, 2026 |
| Affected Line | Blue Line |
| Suspended Section | Shahid Khudiram to Mahanayak Uttam Kumar |
| Maintenance Section | Gitanjali to Kavi Nazrul |
| Service Suspension | 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Operational Section | Dakshineswar to Mahanayak Uttam Kumar |
| Expected Full Resumption | After 6:30 PM |
| Reason | Traffic and power block, maintenance work |
| Other Lines | Green, Purple and Orange lines unaffected |
Kolkata Metro Services: What Did Kolkata Metro Say About The Service?
The Metro notice stated, “Due to de-stressing of rails, there will be no revenue service between KSKD & KMUK stations from 09:00 hrs. to 18:00 hrs. on 13.09.2026 (Sunday). Revenue service between KMUK and KSKD may be available after 18:30 hrs.(tentative) on 13.09.2026”
The maintenance-related block is temporary, and the Metro expects normal operations to return across the entire Blue Line later on Sunday.
