In School

An ode to Kolkata’s tram

Growing up in Kolkata, trams have always been more than just a mode of transport for me; it’s been a source of respite from the chaos all around. The familiar sound of the tram’s bell which could be heard in every nook and corner and the gentle sway of the carriage through the bustling streets, trams became synonymous with my life in the city of joy. The perpetual news to cease the tram services feels like a piece of my childhood slipping away.

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The Hindu In School is an eight-page education supplement curated exclusively for 12-16 year-old students and distributed in schools. The supplement was launched in 2012 to promote the culture of newspaper reading among students. The In School edition covers a variety of subjects from science to maths to general knowledge and sports. It also features interesting puzzles, quizzes and activities to engage children.

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