Independent Living
Not explicitly offered as a separate category
Snehodiya — Newtown, near Near Rajarhat, Kolkata
West Bengal's flagship government-backed senior living community — 147 AC apartments with sky gardens, hydrotherapy, yoga, and comprehensive medical care in the heart of New Town.
Newtown, near Near Rajarhat
- Run by WBHIDCO (Government)
- 147 rooms
- Rental model
- Urban setting
What is this place?
- Care offered
- Independent Living · Assisted Living
- From
- ₹24,900/month
- Deposit
- ₹25L – ₹45L
- Rooms
- 147 in total
- Lock-in
- No Lock in period
Could they look after your parent?
The first thing to settle — for yourself, or for the person you are helping — is whether this place can look after the need as it is now, and as it may become.
Assisted Living
Snehodiya provides assisted living for seniors with support such as 24/7 emergency assistance, in-house nursing, regular health check-ups, housekeeping, meals, laundry, physiotherapy, and attendants available on each floor. The setup is designed to help residents live comfortably while having day-to-day care and medical support close at hand.
Medical safety net
- 24/7 Medical Care: On-site medical staff around the clock. Ambulance: Emergency transport on campus.
- Nearest hospital: Apollo
Care beyond the levels listed above is assessed individually, and anything it costs is set out in what you pay. We don’t publish a fixed clinical ceiling for this campus — where a need sits close to the edge of assisted living, that is a conversation with an advisor and the facility’s own clinical staff, not something a web page should promise.
Is it any good — honestly?
This is Tribeca’s judgement, not the operator’s description.
8.4/10Weighted overall
- 9Care
- 8Facility
- 8Value
- 8Location
Assessed Aug 2026
✓ Tribeca verified
Our verdict. Comfortable living, strong care support, near the airport.
It tends to suit
- Snehadaya suits families who want strong institutional oversight, premium facilities, and the security of a government-backed operation.
- It is particularly well-suited for seniors who are reasonably active and can benefit from the wellness programmes — yoga, hydrotherapy, gym — rather than those requiring intensive nursing care.
- For NRI families or families based outside Kolkata, the New Town location is a practical advantage — close to the airport and easy to reach.
- The guest accommodation means you can stay near your parent during a visit without needing a separate hotel.Demand for this facility is high given its institutional backing and specification. Tribeca advisors can check current availability and initiate an enquiry on your behalf.
How we assessed this place
The Only Government-Backed Premium Senior Living: Snehodiya Kolkata
In our assessment, Snehodiya is a strong option for seniors who value independence with dependable professional care and day-to-day support. The Tribeca Care-managed care setup provides a significant advantage, with 24/7 care and clinical support for residents. The overall environment is comfortable and well supported, with good wellness, housekeeping, health monitoring and security arrangements. The New Town location, proximity to the airport and access to Shapnobhor further enhance its appeal. While the community offers good amenities and value, it may feel less premium for seniors seeking a luxury setting with extensive greenery.
This is Tribeca’s own editorial judgement, formed from a visit and the operator’s records. It is not a user review, not an operator self-rating, and it is not averaged with anyone else’s opinion.
Assessed by the Tribeca Senior Living team, Aug 2026
Can I just talk to someone?
Talk to the advisor who assessed this place about whether it suits your parent.
Talk it throughWhat will this cost me?
Every money figure on this page is written here. Anywhere else you see a price, it is pointing back to this section.
- Monthly fee
- ₹24,900 – ₹49,000 per monthTaxes as applicable
- Refundable deposit
- ₹25L – ₹45L
- Refund position
- 75% of the deposit refundable
- One-time admission charge
- ₹0Non-refundable
- Lock-in
- No Lock in period
- Indicative first-year commitment
- ₹27,98,800Deposit, one-time admission charge and twelve months of rent
- Of the deposit, this comes back
- ₹18,75,00075% of the deposit is refundable
- First-year cost after that refund
- ₹9,23,800
Billed separately
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| Room | Single | Couple | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single | ₹24,900 | ₹49,000 | ₹25L |
| Double | ₹24,900 | ₹49,000 | ₹45L |
What room would it be?
What you — or the person you are helping — would actually occupy.
- 147 rooms in total
- Single Occupancy: single · Size: 205 sq ft
- Double Occupancy: couple · Size: 415 sq ft
Deposit refund timelines and notice terms are set out in the facility’s own agreement. Before you commit, your advisor will show you that clause in full rather than summarise it.
What would the days be like?
Meals: Vegetarian & non-vegetarian.
Clinical & medical
- 24/7 Medical Support
- Ambulance on Call
- Medicine Shop / Pharmacy
Lifestyle
- AC Rooms
- Sky Gardens
Services
- Housekeeping & Laundry
- Guest Accommodation
Wellness
- Yoga & Meditation
- Gymnasium
- Hydrotherapy
Dining
- Nutritionist Meals
Where is it, and how do I get there?
📍Newtown, near Near Rajarhat
Newtown, near Near Rajarhat, New Town, Kolkata — 700156 ·Around 10 km from Kolkata city centre.
- Near Rajarhat · ~12km from Salt Lake · ~28km from South Kolkata · Well connected to airport
How does joining work?
Try before you commit
Ask your advisor whether a trial stay or an extended visit can be arranged.
Joining
Admission is arranged room by room, through your advisor: choose the room, sign the facility’s agreement, and pay the one-time charge and deposit set out in what you pay.
Availability
We don’t publish a live room count for this facility. Your advisor confirms what is actually open before you travel.
Leaving
This area describes the process only. The lock-in position and how much of the deposit comes back are stated once, in what you pay.
Refund timing, notice period and any deductions live in the facility’s own agreement, and your advisor will show you that clause in full before you commit rather than summarise it.
Anything else?
Who runs Snehadaya?
Snehadaya (officially Snehodiya Senior Living) is run by WBHIDCO — the West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation. It is a Government of West Bengal undertaking, making it one of the only government-backed premium senior living options in Eastern India.
How does Tribeca help with Snehadaya?
Care management at Snehadaya is provided by Tribeca Care. We check availability, guide you through the government admission process, accompany you on a visit, and stay involved in your parent's care after they move in. Tribeca's service to families is always free — we earn a placement fee from the facility on a successful referral.
Are pets allowed?
Not specified
Is parking available?
Not specified
Ask about this place
Our advice is free for families. We are paid a placement fee by the facility only if your move actually happens and lasts.
What else should I look at?
Comparing places side by side is the point — here are other homes in Kolkata.
