ADVERTISEMENTMetro spoke with a bunch of young Calcuttans who have chosen to stay back even as many of their friends have left the city. Mohuna Dutt, 41Lake GardensWorks with underprivileged children; heads an NGOWhat I love about Calcutta:Calcutta celebrates every festival with equal aplomb. What I want changed:As a city, we need to look at more opportunities in higher education. Thousands of elderly residents live alone while their children are settled elsewhere, yet they manage because of the people around them. Both children and the elderly need better access to playgrounds and parks, and encouragement to use them.

Source: The Telegraph January 01, 2026 01:12 UTC