Free WiFi facility introduced in AC tram coaches of Kolkata

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Published : Jan 04, 2021, 09:37 AM IST
Free WiFi facility introduced in AC tram coaches of Kolkata

Synopsis

West Bengal Transport Corporation introduced WiFi facility in tram cars of Kolkata to make them attractive for the young generation.

West Bengal Transport Corporation introduced WiFi facility in tram cars of Kolkata to make them attractive for the young generation.

The free WiFi service was introduced only in air- conditioned coaches. An official of WBTC said, “We will introduce the free WiFi service to all tram cars within a month, depending on the demand.”

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WBTC Managing Director Rajanvir Singh Kapur said, “The idea of WiFi in trams is to make it attractive for the youth and the tech-savvy.”

The Young Readers' Tramcar and the Tram Library, which have been operationalised by WBTC in the city, would also have the facility of free WiFi service.

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WBTC chairman Rachpal Singh said, “The WBTC has been taking all plausible steps to make trams a choice mode.”


 

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