Namma Metro Pink Line Bangalore

Namma Metro, which is also known as Bangalore Metro, serves as a rapid-transit network in Bangalore, Karnataka. The metro currently operates the Purple Line and the Green Line only. They have a total length of 42.3 km and 24 stations, respectively. Namma Metro Pink Line spans across 21.25 km. It is also one of the most crucial projects that has been undertaken by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). The Pink Line is part of the Phase 2 expansion of the Bangalore Metro. It is likely to offer relief to commuters facing daily severe traffic congestion. 

See also: Yellow line Bangalore Metro: Route, map, fare and timings

 

Namma Metro Pink Line in Bangalore: Overview

The Namma Metro Pink Line is under execution in two phases. The first phase of the pink line covers a distance of 13.92 km. It has six underground stations and six elevated stations. It is likely to be operational till March 2025. The second phase covers 6.98 km & 0.48 surface sections. It has six elevated stations. Therefore, 18 stations are going to be a part of the line, including 12 elevated and six underground stations. The officials have announced that the Bangalore Metro Pink Line is most likely to be completed around 2026. 

The Namma Metro Pink Line will run from Kalena Agrahara, traversing through some of the busiest areas. The line will begin at the Nagawara station, which is an interchange station with the Green Line. It will then go on to Veerannapalya, Kempapura, Hebbal, Kodigehalli, Jalahalli, Jindal and Peenya Industrial Area. Thereafter, the line will continue to Goraguntepalya, Dasarahalli, Nagasandra, HMT Layout, and the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).

After the BIEC, the line will get into an underground section and get through the city centre, with metro stations at the Raj Bhavan, MG Road, and Shivajinagar. The underground section will reach the end at the Cantonment station, and the line will then run on elevated tracks, with stations at Pottery Town, Tannery Road, Venkateshpura, Arabic College, and Nagavara. The Namma Metro Pink Line route will finally reach an end in the Kalena Agrahara South, which is an interchange station with the Yellow Line.

S No.	Station name	Type
1	Kalena Agrahara	Elevated
2	Hulimavu	Elevated
3	IIMB	Elevated
4	JP Nagar 4th Phase	Elevated
5	Jayadeva Hospital	Elevated
6	Tavarekere	Elevated
7	Dairy Circle	Underground
8	Lakkasandra	Underground
9	Langford Town	Underground
10	National Military School	Underground
11	Mahatma Gandhi Road	Underground
12	Shivaji Nagar	Underground
13	Cantonment	Underground
14	Pottery Town	Underground
15	Tannery Road	Underground
16	Venkateshpura	Underground
17	Kadugundanahalli	Underground
18	Nagawara	Underground

 

Namma Metro Pink Line: Fare

The fare for the Namma Metro Pink Line has not yet been announced by the BMRCL. However, it is going to be similar to the fare prices for the existing lines. Currently, the minimum fare varies from Rs10 to Rs 60 based on the distance. The BMRCL offers various types of tickets, including single journey tickets, stored value tickets, and daily/weekly/monthly passes, so that it could suit the diverse needs of passengers.

The Pink Line will give various benefits to the Bangalore residents. It will connect various areas, making it easier for people to travel within the city. The line will provide direct connectivity to crucial landmarks and institutions, including IIM-Bangalore and Rashtriya Military School. 

 

FAQs

Is the Pink Line Metro functional in Bangalore?

No, the Pink Line Metro Stations are not yet functional.

How many stations will be there on the Pink Line?

There will be a total of 18 stations.

Which is the last station in the Pink Line Metro?

The last station is Nagawara.

Which will be the first station on the Pink Line Metro?

The first station is Kalena Agrahara.

Which is India’s first metro?

Kolkata is India’s first metro.

Which is the biggest metro in India?

The biggest metro in India is the Delhi Metro.

Which is the second longest metro network in India?

The second longest metro network is Bangalore Metro, with 70 km.

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