Kolkatar Tram – 150 Bochor (Bengali Version)

Book Details

• Author: Swarup Dutta
• Publisher: Prachya Paschatya
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9788196128395
• Pages: 114
• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book

Kolkatar Tram – 150 Bochor (Bengali Version) by Swarup Dutta is a unique visual and literary tribute to one of Kolkata’s most iconic symbols—the tram. Marking one hundred and fifty years of the city’s historic tram system, this book captures not merely a mode of transportation but a living cultural heritage deeply woven into the identity of Kolkata.

Through the sensitive lens of a nationally acclaimed photographer, the book presents the tram as a moving window into the city's past and present. As the tram glides through bustling streets, historic neighbourhoods, parks, riverfronts, and changing urban landscapes, it reveals countless stories of everyday life, memory, nostalgia, and transformation. The images and accompanying reflections document a city constantly evolving while holding on to its traditions.

The book explores the tram’s unique place within Kolkata’s collective imagination. From quiet early mornings and rain-soaked evenings to crowded streets and moments of solitude, the tram becomes both witness and participant in the life of the metropolis. The author captures fleeting scenes, human emotions, urban rhythms, and architectural details, creating a visual narrative that is both documentary and poetic.

More than a photographic collection, this volume is an artistic meditation on time, movement, and memory. It celebrates a mode of transport that has survived generations of change while continuing to symbolize the spirit of Kolkata. Readers encounter the city through a distinctive perspective shaped by observation, nostalgia, and visual storytelling.

Published by Prachya Paschatya, Kolkatar Tram – 150 Bochor (Bengali Version) is an essential addition for photography enthusiasts, urban historians, cultural researchers, tram lovers, and anyone fascinated by the heritage and character of Kolkata.