Watch: Kolkata to lose almost half of its yellow Embassy taxis

Kolkata will lose almost half of its yellow Ambassador taxis

Yellow Ambassador taxis, a beloved symbol of Kolkata’s glorious past, are slowly disappearing from the streets of the ‘City of Happiness.’ Once a lifeline on the busy streets of the city, these Ambassador taxis of Hindustan, popularly known as “yellow cabs,” have been phased out over the years. Soon, more than 50% of the city’s yellow taxis will be discontinued. Rising maintenance costs and stricter pollution regulations are the main factors behind the decision to retire these vehicles, many of which are close to 15 years old. | Video Credit: The Hindu

Yellow Ambassador taxis, a beloved symbol of Kolkata’s past, are slowly disappearing from the streets.

Once a lifeline on the busy streets of the city, these Ambassador taxis of Hindustan, popularly known as “yellow cabs,” have been phased out over the years. Soon, more than 50% of the city’s yellow taxis will be discontinued.

Rising maintenance costs and stricter pollution regulations are the main factors behind the decision to retire these vehicles, many of which are close to 15 years old.

Here’s how drivers and the public feel about it.