Buyers often search for “flats in VIP Road” or “flats in VIP Road, Kestopur”, but VIP Road is not one neighbourhood. It is a long arterial road that runs from Ultadanga towards the airport, with a string of localities along it. Its appeal is simple: it links North Kolkata to the airport and Salt Lake and, via connecting roads, to New Town. This guide explains which areas lie along VIP Road, how connected they are, and what flats near VIP Road cost at Krishna Group.
Which areas lie along VIP Road?
Travelling along VIP Road from Ultadanga towards the airport, you pass Lake Town, Bangur Avenue, Dum Dum Park, Kestopur, Baguiati and Teghoria. Salt Lake is close by, and two bridges make it easy to reach: the Lake Town Bailey Bridge and, since September 2022, the Salt Lake–Kestopur Bridge, which links AK Block in Salt Lake with the Samarpally area of Kestopur.
| Area | What to expect | Worth checking |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Town and Bangur Avenue | Established residential neighbourhoods near the Ultadanga end, with a mix of older and newer buildings | Building age, society maintenance and resale paperwork. See our guide to flats in Lake Town and Bangur Avenue |
| Dum Dum Park | A residential area between Bangur Avenue and Kestopur | Road access and parking |
| Kestopur | Newer apartment projects, including ready-to-move flats, with links to Salt Lake and New Town | Possession status, completion certificate, RERA status and monsoon drainage. See our Kestopur buyer’s guide |
| Baguiati | Further along VIP Road towards the airport | Peak-hour traffic and the route to your workplace |
These are general descriptions, not a ranking. Conditions vary street by street, so visit before you decide.
Connectivity on the VIP Road belt
- Airport: roughly 6–7 km from Kestopur by road via VIP Road.
- Salt Lake: reachable through the Lake Town Bailey Bridge and the Salt Lake–Kestopur Bridge.
- New Town and Sector V: Kestopur Main Road, on the eastern side of VIP Road, connects towards New Town, Narkelbagan and Salt Lake Sector V.
- Buses: many routes run along VIP Road, including through Kestopur More.
- Metro: the Yellow Line between Noapara and the airport opened in August 2025, while other stretches of the network are still being built. Check the latest status before treating a metro station as part of your commute.
Travel times depend heavily on traffic, so test the route at peak hours before you commit.
Flats in VIP Road, Kestopur: Krishna Group's developments
All five Krishna Group developments are in Kestopur, on the VIP Road belt. Krishna Lakeview at Rabindrapally is about 5 minutes from VIP Road and Salt Lake.
| Project | Configurations and starting prices | Locality | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Krishna Lakeview | 1 BHK ₹26 lakhs, 2 BHK ₹37 lakhs, 3 BHK ₹52 lakhs | Rabindrapally, about 5 minutes from VIP Road and Salt Lake | Ready to move, no GST |
| Krishna Kamdhenu | 1 BHK ₹29 lakhs, 3 BHK ₹62 lakhs | Barowaritala Bus Stand | Ready to move, RERA approved |
| Krishna Shivangan | 2 BHK ₹49 lakhs, 3 BHK ₹55 lakhs | Tarulia, about 5 minutes from Coal Bhavan, New Town | Ready to move, completion certificate received, no GST |
| Krishna Paradise | 2 BHK ₹45 lakhs, 3 BHK ₹50 lakhs | Mission Bazar, Krishnapur | Available |
| Krishna Heights | 2 BHK ₹32 lakhs, 3 BHK ₹57 lakhs | Kestopur Canal Side Road, Krishnapur | Available |
“Starting price” refers to the lowest-priced available unit, so the flat you want may cost more. Availability changes, so call to confirm current units.
What to check before buying near VIP Road
- Peak-hour traffic: VIP Road is a busy arterial road, so test your commute in the morning and the evening.
- Noise: ask which way the flat faces and visit at different times. Closer to the airport, also ask about aircraft noise.
- Paperwork: ask for the title, sanctioned plan, completion certificate and RERA status. Our guide to resale vs new flats explains the checks.
- Total cost: get an itemised cost sheet covering GST (if applicable), registration, stamp duty, maintenance deposit and parking.
- Drainage: visit after heavy rain if you can, and ask residents how the area copes in the monsoon.
- Metro claims: treat a metro line as a bonus only once it is actually running near you.
Where to go next
To compare more of the region, read our guide to flats in North Kolkata. If budget is your starting point, see flats in Kolkata within 50 lakhs, and to choose a size, read about 2 BHK flats in Kestopur and 3 BHK flats in Kestopur.
Frequently asked questions
Which areas come under VIP Road?
VIP Road runs from Ultadanga towards the airport. Areas along it include Lake Town, Bangur Avenue, Dum Dum Park, Kestopur, Baguiati and Teghoria.
Is Kestopur on VIP Road?
Yes. Kestopur lies along VIP Road, with Dum Dum Park before it and Baguiati after it.
How far is the airport from flats near VIP Road?
From Kestopur it is roughly 6 to 7 km by road via VIP Road. Distances and travel times vary with the area and the traffic.
What is the starting price of flats near VIP Road at Krishna Group?
Krishna Group's flats in Kestopur start from ₹26 lakhs for a 1 BHK at Krishna Lakeview, ₹32 lakhs for a 2 BHK at Krishna Heights and ₹50 lakhs for a 3 BHK at Krishna Paradise. Final prices depend on floor, facing and size.
See a Krishna Group home in Kestopur
Call +91 91644 89774 or book a site visit to see the flats for yourself.
Krishna Group has been building homes in Kolkata since 1988 and has completed 40+ projects. Our five current developments – Krishna Paradise, Krishna Kamdhenu, Krishna Shivangan, Krishna Lakeview and Krishna Heights – are all in Kestopur.
