Hold onto your hats, Kolkata! The Metro Railway recorded its highest-ever daily passenger count of 9.82 lakh on September 27, smashing the old record of 9.61 lakh set last October 9. An official announced, “An estimated 9.82 lakh passengers travelled on different corridors of the Metro Railway on 'Panchami', September 27.” That's nearly 10 lakh people zooming through the city underground! Breaking down the numbers, 7.43 lakh passengers rode the busy 'Blue Line', while the 'Green Line' carried 2.21 lakh people that day. With the awesome Durga Puja festivities nearing, the Metro is gearing up in full swing. The official statement revealed special night-long train services will run on both the 'Blue Line' and 'Green Line' during the key Puja days—'Saptami' (September 29), 'Astami' (September 30), and 'Navami' (October 1). That's great news for all festival enthusiasts eager to catch the celebrations without worrying about transport! To keep everything smooth and hassle-free, the Metro Railway is deploying extra officers, staff, and security personnel. So whether you are heading to a pandal or back home after bhog, rest assured the Metro team is ready to handle the massive rush. This record-breaking crowd shows just how much people trust Kolkata’s underground lifeline to get them where they want to go, especially during the city’s grandest festival season. So, gear up, Kolkata—great rides and a grand Puja await beneath your feet!