CIT More
CIT More CIT Mor | |
|---|---|
Road junction / Locality | |
| Country | India |
| State | West Bengal |
| City | Kolkata |
| District | Kolkata |
| Government | |
| • Body | Kolkata Municipal Corporation |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 700010 |
| Area code(s) | +91 33 |
| Vehicle registration | WB |
CIT More (also spelled CIT Mor) is a prominent road junction and locality situated within the neighbourhood of Beliaghata in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The area forms one of the key intersections in eastern Kolkata, connecting central districts with the city’s eastern suburbs via CIT Road (officially Hem Chandra Naskar Road) and Beleghata Main Road.
Etymology
The term CIT refers to the Calcutta Improvement Trust, an urban development authority established in 1911 to plan and expand the city of Calcutta. Roads and intersections
- CIT More, Beliaghata
developed under its projects came to be known by the acronym “CIT”. The junction thus derived its name as “CIT More” (More meaning crossing in Bengali).
Location
CIT More is located in Beliaghata, an inner-eastern suburb of Kolkata, under the jurisdiction of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation.
- PIN code: 700010
- Coordinates: 22.562° N, 88.391° E (approx.)
- Police jurisdiction: Beliaghata Police Station (Kolkata Police)
- Ward: Approx. Ward 33 (depending on delimitation)
The junction connects CIT Road, Beleghata Main Road, and feeder roads toward Phoolbagan, Entally, and Sealdah.
It is close to the Subhas Sarobar.[1][2]
Transport and connectivity
CIT More serves as a major intersection in east-central Kolkata.
- Road: CIT Road links to Ultadanga, Phoolbagan, and Entally, while Beleghata Main Road connects to the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass (EM Bypass).
- Public transport: Multiple bus routes and auto-rickshaw stands operate from CIT More, providing connections to Sealdah, Park Circus, EM Bypass, and Ultadanga.
- Metro: The nearest metro stations are Phoolbagan metro station and Sealdah metro station, both on the East–West Metro Corridor.
- Rail: The junction is about 1.5 km from Sealdah railway station.
Due to its position between central and eastern corridors, CIT More experiences heavy daily traffic.
Locality and demographics
CIT More is part of the densely populated Beliaghata neighbourhood. The area is characterized by a mix of residential, commercial, and institutional land uses.
- Languages: Bengali and English are commonly spoken.
- Population type: Predominantly middle-class urban residents, with small-scale businesses and markets.
- Nearby landmarks: Beleghata Main Road, Rajabazar Science College, Phoolbagan, Sealdah, and NRS Medical College & Hospital.
Education and institutions
The vicinity around CIT More hosts several schools and colleges, including:
- Beliaghata Government School
- Meghmala Roy Education Centre
- Ramakrishna Mission Schools
- NRS Medical College & Hospital
- Rajabazar Science College
Economy and commerce
The local economy is driven by small retail markets, eateries, and service establishments. The junction’s high footfall makes it a strategic location for shops and small offices. Several mid-rise residential and mixed-use buildings line CIT Road and adjoining lanes.
Challenges
Like much of inner Kolkata, CIT More faces issues of:
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
- Waterlogging in monsoon months
- Limited parking and pedestrian space due to narrow roads and mixed land use
Urban renewal projects by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation and the Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA) have occasionally targeted this corridor for improvement.
See also
References
- ↑ "Beliaghata", Wikipedia, 2025-11-11, retrieved 2025-11-11
- ↑ "Subhas Sarobar", Wikipedia, 2025-11-07, retrieved 2025-11-11
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