Bengaluru Metro Pink Line to open on November 13, network to cross 100-km mark

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro network is set to cross the 100-km operational milestone on November 13, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the 7.5-km elevated section of the Pink Line.

The stretch between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere has received safety clearance from the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), paving the way for its inauguration and the commencement of commercial services.

The elevated section comprises seven stations: Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, IIM Bangalore, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital, Ragigudda and Tavarekere, reported Indian Express.

The Jayadeva Hospital station will provide an interchange with the operational Yellow Line, improving connectivity for commuters travelling between south Bengaluru and other parts of the city.

Once operational, the elevated section will increase Bengaluru Metro’s network from approximately 96.1 km to 103.6 km, taking it beyond the 100-km mark.

The Pink Line is part of Namma Metro Phase II and is planned as a 21.3-km corridor connecting Kalena Agrahara in south Bengaluru with Nagawara in the north.

It will have 18 stations, including seven elevated stations and 11 underground stations.

The remaining underground section, extending towards Nagawara, is still under construction. Work includes the installation and integration of platform screen doors and signalling systems.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has indicated that trial runs on the underground stretch are planned for November.

The full corridor is targeted for completion by May 2027.

The elevated section had received safety clearance on October 28. Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya indicated the November 13 inauguration date through a post on X.

According to sources cited by Moneycontrol, the Prime Minister’s Office has confirmed Modi’s visit to Bengaluru on November 13, although the detailed programme was being finalised at the time of the report.

The opening is expected to provide an additional public transport option for residents along Bannerghatta Road and adjoining areas, while strengthening connectivity with the central business district.

The launch will also mark an important expansion of Bengaluru’s Metro network, although commuters will have to wait until the completion of the underground section for the entire Pink Line to become operational.