Kolkata’s Buses Trade Blue for Saffron: A Political Canvas or a Modernisation Drive?

Kolkata’s government buses are trading their blue-and-white livery for a saffron hue under the current administration, a move that officials frame as modernisation but critics see as political branding. While the colour change mirrors the state’s political transitions—from red under the Left Front to blue under Trinamool Congress and now saffron under the BJP—commuters remain focused on reliability and frequency over symbolism. This shift raises questions about whether cosmetic rebranding can signal substantive improvements in public transport, or if it merely reflects the ruling party’s desire to imprint its identity on the city’s streets.

Why Is Kolkata’s Bus Colour Changing?

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