Brand bar lifted, Kolkata's yellow 'kings of the road' set to stay on

Kolkata's yellow taxis will continue to operate, though not limited to the iconic Ambassador model. New rules allow all light commercial vehicles with taxi permits to be painted yellow, preserving a key cultural symbol. This decision balances heritage with modern transportation needs amidst declining numbers of Ambassador taxis.

Brand bar lifted, Kolkata's yellow 'kings of the road' set to stay on
Kolkata's yellow taxis will continue to operate, though not limited to the iconic Ambassador model. New rules allow all light commercial vehicles with taxi permits to be painted yellow, preserving a key cultural symbol. This decision balances heritage with modern transportation needs amidst declining numbers of Ambassador taxis.