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Bengaluru Metro yellow line launch: Key routes, benefits and connectivity

Bengaluru Metro yellow line launch: Key routes, benefits and connectivity

India Today4 days ago
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bengaluru today to inaugurate the much-awaited Yellow Line of Namma Metro and launch a new Vande Bharat Express service. This major development is set to significantly improve the city's public transport network, especially for commuters in tech hubs and residential areas.WHAT IS THE BENGALURU METRO YELLOW LINE?The Yellow Line is a new Namma Metro corridor that connects Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road (RV Road) in the south to Bommasandra in the southeast.advertisementSpanning around 19 km, it covers several densely populated and industrial areas.
It includes 16 stations, making it one of the longest single stretches in the city's metro network.AREAS CONNECTED BY THE YELLOW LINEThe line links RV Road, Jayadeva Hospital, Silk Board, Electronic City, HSR Layout, and Bommasandra.This is a major boost for IT professionals working in Electronic City and residents of the rapidly growing southeast Bengaluru.HOW IT WILL REDUCE TRAVEL TIMEThe Yellow Line will cut travel time between RV Road and Bommasandra from over 90 minutes to about 35 minutes.Reduced traffic congestion on Bannerghatta Road, Hosur Road, and Outer Ring Road.CONNECTIVITY WITH OTHER METRO LINESInterchange available at RV Road with the Green Line.Future integration with the Blue Line at Central Silk Board junction for improved east-west connectivity.KEY BENEFITS FOR TECH PARK COMMUTERSDirect and faster connectivity to Electronic City, home to major IT firms like Infosys, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra.Reduces dependency on private vehicles and office buses.WHEN WILL THE ENTIRE LINE BE FULLY OPERATIONAL?While major stretches are ready, some final integration and testing will continue.The full line is expected to operate without interruptions by early 2026.OTHER PROJECTS INAUGURATED BY PM MODIVande Bharat Express service launched to boost intercity travel.Multiple road and infrastructure projects announced to ease Bengaluru's traffic.Quick TakeawaysLength: 19 km, 16 stationsMajor Stops: RV Road, Silk Board, Electronic City, BommasandraTravel time: 90 mins 35 minsCommuter benefit: Huge relief for IT professionals in tech parksThe launch strengthens Bengaluru's vision for a modern, sustainable urban transit system.- EndsMust Watch
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