The City of Joy is conferred global recognition – GetBengal story

Kolkata has always held a special place in the hearts of its admirers around the world. Today, the City of Joy has been recognised, not only as a cherished cultural landmark but also as a beacon of modern urban development, sustainable progress, and global recognition.

Travel + Leisure, in their annual “World’s Best Awards” survey for 2024, ranked Kolkata as one of the top 25 cities in the world, placing it at 19th, acknowledged by Savills’ Growth Hubs Index for its rapid development (ranked 11th in the world), and also recognized for achieving one of the best air quality indices among major metros worldwide (2nd best metro in the world in May AQI) by IIT Delhi. 

This ranking acknowledges Kolkata’s emergence as a major hub for development.

Perhaps one of the most significant accolades that really reflects Kolkata’s commitment to sustainable growth is its remarkable performance in achieving one of the best Air Quality Indices (AQI) among major metropolitan cities worldwide. In May, data from IIT Delhi positioned Kolkata as the city with the 2nd best AQI among major global metros.

The city’s journey reflects how tradition and modernity can coexist, and how development can go hand-in-hand with environmental consciousness. This recognition would not have been possible without the commitment and resilience of every Kolkatan. 

It is a moment of great pride for every Kolkatan and calls for a brighter, healthier, and even more prosperous Kolkata.