Fast Growing & Thriving Cities

Kolkata, West Bengal

• An important business and cultural hub, expanding in IT and urban development.

Kolkata: The Rising Business and Cultural Hub of India

Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is one of India’s most historic and rapidly developing metropolitan cities. Known as the "Cultural Capital of India", Kolkata has evolved into a major business, IT, and industrial hub while preserving its rich artistic, literary, and intellectual heritage. With rapid urban development, emerging IT parks, and an expanding economy, Kolkata is set to become a global business and innovation center.

Kolkata: A Historic City with a Modern Economy

Kolkata has long been a center of trade, finance, and industry, serving as a major gateway for Eastern and Northeastern India. Today, the city is witnessing economic diversification, with rapid growth in IT, manufacturing, banking, and real estate sectors.

Key Business & Industrial Hubs in Kolkata

 BBD Bagh (Dalhousie Square) – The historic financial and commercial district.
 Salt Lake Sector V & New Town – Emerging IT and tech hubs.
 Taratala & Howrah Industrial Area – A major center for manufacturing and logistics.

Top Companies & Industries in Kolkata

• Banking & Finance – Reserve Bank of India (RBI), State Bank of India (SBI), UCO Bank.
• IT & Software – TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, Infosys.
• Manufacturing & Engineering – Tata Steel, Coal India, Hindustan Motors.
• Tea & Jute Industry – Headquarters of India’s top tea and jute businesses.

With rising foreign investment, infrastructure development, and a strong industrial base, Kolkata is reclaiming its position as a major business hub.

Kolkata’s Growing IT & Startup Ecosystem

Kolkata is rapidly emerging as a key IT and technology hub, with new IT parks, startup incubators, and global tech firms setting up offices.

Key IT & Business Parks in Kolkata

 Salt Lake Sector V – The largest IT hub in Eastern India.
 New Town (Rajarhat) – A growing IT and fintech district.
 Infospace & DLF IT Park – Home to multinational IT firms and startups.

Top Startups & Tech Companies in Kolkata

 Wow! Momo – India’s largest quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain from Kolkata.
 iMerit Technologies – A global AI and data solutions company.
 Taxmantra – A leading legal and fintech startup.

With government incentives, affordable office spaces, and a skilled workforce, Kolkata is fast becoming an attractive destination for startups and IT companies.

Kolkata’s Expanding Infrastructure & Smart City Development

Kolkata is undergoing significant urban transformation, with new metro lines, expressways, and urban renewal projects enhancing the city’s growth.

Major Infrastructure Projects in Kolkata

 Kolkata Metro Expansion – India’s oldest metro system is expanding with new routes.
 East-West Metro Corridor – Connecting Salt Lake to Howrah.
 Second Hooghly Bridge & Maa Flyover – Improving city-wide connectivity.
 Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport Expansion – Boosting domestic and global air travel.

With smart city initiatives, road expansions, and improved transport facilities, Kolkata is becoming a modern, well-connected metropolis.