We all have faced the problem of not having the right change or a long queue at the ticket counter while travelling. We end up missing trains or metros or it ends up in a nasty argument over change. But then we live in the 21st century when technology is our best friend. It's time we say goodbye to these. Out of the various modes of public transport that we have in the city Metros, Locals and now Buses have a smart card each, which can be used to beat the queue. Now you might think this is for regular commuters and not for everyone. But if used smartly it can be helpful for everyone. In this blog post, I share with you all that you need to know to get smart cards and make the most of them. Kolkata has three Smart Cards each for Metro Railways, Local trains under Eastern and South Eastern Railways and for State Buses issued by WBTC. Kolkata Metro Smart Card: 1. It is available from any Metro Station. 2. It is valid for 1 year from the date of the last recharge. 3. The mini...