Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited

Bengaluru Metro fares may rise by December, with BMRCL considering a 20% hike due to increasing operational costs. Despite gathering public feedback from October 3 to 28, most passengers opposed the increase. If approved, fares on purple and green lines would be impacted.

October rains have spurred a significant rise in Bengaluru Metro ridership, with 1.85 crore passengers and a record revenue of Rs 48.35 crore in 2024. This reflects a Rs 9.22 crore increase from last year, positioning Namma Metro as a key commuting choice amid monsoon disruptions.

BMRCL has extended the deadline for public feedback on a proposed metro fare hike until October 28, with ticket prices likely increasing by 15% to 20%. Separately, a dog was rescued after falling into a 15-foot pit at a metro construction site on Tannery Road.

The Bengaluru Metro's Green Line extension from Nagasandra to Madavara is set to begin operations next month, easing traffic on Tumkur Road. The 3.7-kilometre stretch, built for ₹298 crore, has completed trials, and awaits safety certification for public use following inspection.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation plans to drop Bettahalasur and Chikkajala stations from the Airport Metro line due to a Rs 270 crore funding shortfall. Despite earlier state approvals, financial constraints and withdrawn support have led to this decision, impacting residents and property values.

The High Court has allowed BMRCL to cut 41 trees and relocate 20 for the Phase 2 HSR Layout Metro Station, following a PIL. BMRCL must plant ten new trees for each removed and submit status reports quarterly on the relocation and planting process.

Bengaluru Metro's Green Line will face service disruptions due to signalling tests. On August 20, 23, 30, and September 6, 11, the route between Peenya Industry and Nagasandra will be closed. Adjustments include earlier last trains on August 24 and delayed first trains on August 25. The Purple Line remains unaffected.

Bengaluru's Namma Metro set a new record on August 14, 2024, with over 9.17 lakh passengers, surpassing previous records. The upcoming completion of the Yellow Line by end-2024 and other expansions, including driverless trains and new lines, are projected to boost daily ridership to over 20 lakh by 2026.

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) may increase ticket prices to fund the installation of Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) at older metro stations. The estimated Rs 700-800 crore project aims to enhance safety, but could pose financial challenges, prompting the fare hike consideration.

On August 6, Bengaluru's Namma Metro hit a record 8,26,883 riders, surpassing its previous peak. June saw an average daily ridership of 7,45,659 and a total of 2,22,63,299 users, generating Rs 58.23 crore in revenue. With the Yellow Line's launch by year-end and future expansions, daily ridership is expected to reach 10 lakh.