Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited

The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) swiftly cleared a fallen tree branch that had disrupted services on the Purple Line between Trinity and MG Road Metro Stations. Operations, halted overnight due to heavy rain, have resumed smoothly. The entire Purple Line is now running on schedule, ensuring an uninterrupted commute for passengers.

A tree branch fell on the metro tracks between MG Road and Trinity Station at 7:26 PM due to heavy rainfall, causing major disruptions. BMRCL is running short loop services between Indiranagar-Whitefield and MG Road-Challaghatta. Efforts are ongoing to clear the branch and restore normal operations. Commuters should stay updated via official channels.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) successfully used box-pushing technology to construct a 77-meter metro tunnel beneath Outer Ring Road near Nagawara, marking the first instance of this method in India's metro systems. This innovative approach highlights BMRCL's commitment to advanced engineering, potentially paving the way for future metro infrastructure projects.

BMRCL warns the public to avoid metro viaducts between BTM Layout and RV Road stations due to high-voltage electrification work on the Yellow Line. Unauthorized entry poses severe risks of injury or death, with 33 kV and 750-volt power present. BMRCL urges strict adherence to safety guidelines to ensure public safety and project progress.

The Yellow Line of Namma Metro, extending from RV Road to Bommasandra, is set to undergo a crucial safety inspection by the CMRS in October. This marks a significant advancement in Bengaluru’s metro infrastructure, coinciding with the anticipated arrival of six new trains from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. by December, enhancing the city’s mass transit system.

Arun Jugali was fined ₹50 at Bengaluru's Vijayanagar metro station for exceeding the 20-minute time limit. He stayed longer to charge his phone during heavy rainfall. BMRCL officials defended the fine, citing the need to prevent congestion. Jugali's case highlights the balance between enforcing regulations and accommodating unforeseen circumstances.

Heavy rainfall led to the collapse of a road near Pottery Town Metro Station in Silicon City, raising concerns about poor construction practices. Initial investigations suggest soil erosion caused the collapse, exacerbated by the collapse of a pillar barrier. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Authorities, including BMRCL, are working to address the aftermath and stabilize the area.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (BMRCL) plans to plant 15,000 saplings to offset trees removed in Namma Metro's expansion. Costing Rs 76.9 crores, initial planting will focus on Dabus Town. Reforestation includes Doddaballapur's KIADB lands. BMRCL previously relocated 856 trees and transplanted 1,193. Ahead of the monsoon, BMRCL will prune 750 trees on the East-West Corridor and 380 on the North-South Corridor.

After five years of closure due to metro construction, Kamaraj Road in Bengaluru reopens, connecting MG Road to Cubbon Park. The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited confirms the completion of the Nagwara-Kalena Agrahara line, easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity. This development brings relief to commuters and residents.

The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced that 95% of the tunnelling work for the Pink Line metro, connecting Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara, is complete. Divided into three phases, significant progress has been made, with tunnelling machines named Tunga and Bhadra drilling towards Nagawara. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.