Flyovers and overpasses are a relatively new development in Calcutta’s complex traffic system. Practical, but controversial, they are considered here…
With a pro-Trams statement.
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Let there be peace! Peace of mind. This is no meditation on a Calcutta that is in lockdown… But these are certainly singular days…(For best readability, click on each photo and zoom in.)
In the 1960s, the Calcutta metropolitan area was assessed, with the 1966 to 1986 timeframe considered for its development. Let’s look back and consider it for ourselves.
With a Tram map reference
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In 1914 a thorough assessment of Calcutta was submitted by E.P. Richards, engineer. It was the first modern urban profile of a major city. Let’s have a look at it.
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My latest Calcutta Chronicles column and photos for ‘Kolkata On Wheels’ magazine, February 2020 issue: ‘The Spelling’s The Thing’. No matter how it’s spelled, there will always be a Calcutta.
September 2019 issue: ‘Baroque Calcutta’ When a city is baroque with details, exceptional moments can and do occur.
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Stay curious, have fun, and be sure to come when Calcutta calls!
My latest
Calcutta Chronicles column and photos for ‘Kolkata On Wheels’ magazine, May
2019 issue: ‘Calcutta Realised’. From
plans to reality, making the Calcutta that is.
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click on Full Screen setting.)
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a link to my past columns. This month’s may appear at the top of the listing.
http://www.kolkataonwheels.com/category/kolkata/calcutta-chronicles/
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Stay curious, have fun, and be sure to come when Calcutta calls!
