Reading Made Easy: Metro Tickets And App Cab Zone At Book Fair

Transport Upgrades For Visitors  
The International Kolkata Book Fair, one of the city’s most anticipated cultural events after Durga Puja, is set to open on January 22 and run until February 3 at Central Park, Salt Lake. Organizers have introduced significant transport upgrades to accommodate the expected record footfall. For the first time, the fairground will host a dedicated metro ticket booth, allowing visitors to purchase tickets directly at the venue and avoid long queues at Central Park station. Payments can be made conveniently via UPI.  

App Cab Zone For Smooth Travel  
Additionally, a designated app cab zone has been created outside Gate 1, ensuring smoother pick-up and drop-off for visitors using ride-hailing services. Metro authorities have also announced increased train frequency on the Green Line (Sector V–Howrah) during the 12-day fair, with the last train departing around 10 pm daily. These measures are expected to significantly improve accessibility for book lovers traveling from across Kolkata, Howrah, and nearby districts.  

Organizers’ Commitment To Experience  
Guild officials emphasized that the new facilities reflect their commitment to enhancing visitor experience. With Argentina as the theme country this year, the fair is expected to draw large crowds, making transport efficiency crucial. The combination of metro connectivity and app cab convenience is likely to set a new benchmark for event management in Kolkata.  

Key Highlights  

• Metro ticket booth set up between Gate 1 and Gate 2 at the fairground  
• Visitors can pay via UPI and head directly to Central Park station  
• App cab pick-up zone established outside Gate 1 for smoother transport  
• Metro frequency increased on the Green Line during fair days  
• Last train from Sector V scheduled around 10 pm daily  
• Organizers expect record footfall with Argentina as the theme country  

Final Takeaway  
The addition of metro ticket booths and app cab zones at the Kolkata Book Fair marks a major step toward modernizing visitor access. By combining cultural celebration with commuter convenience, the fair is poised to deliver an enriched experience for thousands of book enthusiasts.  

Sources: Times of India, The Hindu, The Telegraph