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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited gets new managing director
Bengaluru: The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, operator of , has got a new managing director: Senior IAS officer Ravishankar J. BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao M, who was holding additional charge of MD, BMRCL, was relieved of the charge. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The new MD takes charge at a time when BMRCL is facing multiple challenges. The new MD is tasked with commissioning the 19-km Yellow Line, for which several deadlines were set in the past two years and missed. BMRCL is hopeful of opening the line with three sets of trains by Aug 15. CMRS inspection likely in next week The crucial safety inspection by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) is likely to happen next week. A senior BMRCL official said, "We have received the crucial Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) certification for the driverless train and signalling systems on the new line. We are currently reviewing documents before submitting them to CMRS. The inspection is likely to take place next week." The line can be opened only after safety clearance from CMRS. Aug 15 deadline likely to missed Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya, in a social media post, said according to BMRCL, they may not achieve Aug 15 deadline. "Last I spoke to BMRCL on June 17, they said Aug 15 may be difficult." Meanwhile, the MP met Union minister for housing and urban affairs (MoHUA) Manohar Lal, seeking his intervention for early CMRS clearance and early commissioning of the line.
Business Standard
18-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
ACES Signs Landmark Agreement with BMRCL to Build 4G/5G-Ready Neutral Host Telecom Infrastructure Across Namma Metro
PRNewswire Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], July 18: ACES India Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Arabia-based Advanced Communications and Electronics Systems Company (ACES), has signed a strategic agreement with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to implement advanced Telecom infrastructure across the Namma Metro network. Following a competitive bidding process and formal Letter of Acceptance earlier this year, this long-term partnership will enable ACES to deploy, operate, and maintain high-speed mobile infrastructure across 62 metro stations in Phase 1 and Phase 2. Enabling Seamless Connectivity for Over 300 million Annual Passengers The project will deliver reliable 4G and 5G mobile coverage across both elevated and underground sections of the metro, enhancing the daily commute experience for more than 300 million annual passengers. ACES will implement a shared Telecom infrastructure model that allows all telecom operators to offer seamless services through a single, efficient system. This model significantly reduces infrastructure duplication and lowers overall cost, while ensuring excellent network quality and fast roll-out across the metro network. Maheshwar Rao M, Managing Director of BMRCL, said: "This partnership is another step towards delivering future-ready mobility solutions while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency. The new infrastructure will support multiple operators, reduce duplication, and enable faster roll-out of 4G/5G services. Commuters across these corridors can expect uninterrupted connectivity during their metro journeys." Reinforcing Digital Transformation in Indian Cities Dr. Akram Aburas, Group CEO of ACES, commented: "India is a vital part of our global growth strategy. This partnership with BMRCL reinforces our commitment to supporting digital transformation in Indian cities through robust telecom infrastructure." Mohammed N. Mazher, Managing Director, ACES India, added: "This agreement is a significant milestone in our India journey. We are proud to contribute to Bangalore's public infrastructure by providing a scalable, future-ready connectivity framework for Namma Metro." The 13-year agreement, with a potential 2-year extension, also supports India's broader push towards Digital India and smart mobility by embedding digital readiness into urban public transport. Strengthening ACES India's Metro Portfolio ACES continues to expand its footprint across India's urban mobility landscape. In addition to Namma Metro, the company is already working on key telecom infrastructure projects across Bangalore International Airport, Mumbai Metro Line 3, Noida International Airport, Surat Diamond Bourse, Kanpur Metro and Agra Metro. About ACES: ACES is a Saudi-headquartered digital infrastructure company with operations across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe. The company specializes in telecom infrastructure, smart cities, drones, private networks and data centers. Learn more at About BMRCL: Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Karnataka. It is responsible for the implementation and operation of the Namma Metro project. Learn more at Photo: Photo: Logo: Logo:
The Wire
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Wire
ACES Signs Landmark Agreement with BMRCL to Build 4G/5G-Ready Neutral Host Telecom Infrastructure Across Namma Metro
BANGALORE, India, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ACES India Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Arabia-based Advanced Communications and Electronics Systems Company (ACES), has signed a strategic agreement with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to implement advanced Telecom infrastructure across the Namma Metro network. Following a competitive bidding process and formal Letter of Acceptance earlier this year, this long-term partnership will enable ACES to deploy, operate, and maintain high-speed mobile infrastructure across 62 metro stations in Phase 1 and Phase 2. Enabling Seamless Connectivity for Over 300 million Annual Passengers The project will deliver reliable 4G and 5G mobile coverage across both elevated and underground sections of the metro, enhancing the daily commute experience for more than 300 million annual passengers. ACES will implement a shared Telecom infrastructure model that allows all telecom operators to offer seamless services through a single, efficient system. This model significantly reduces infrastructure duplication and lowers overall cost, while ensuring excellent network quality and fast roll-out across the metro network. Maheshwar Rao M, Managing Director of BMRCL, said: "This partnership is another step towards delivering future-ready mobility solutions while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency. The new infrastructure will support multiple operators, reduce duplication, and enable faster roll-out of 4G/5G services. Commuters across these corridors can expect uninterrupted connectivity during their metro journeys." Reinforcing Digital Transformation in Indian Cities Dr. Akram Aburas, Group CEO of ACES, commented: "India is a vital part of our global growth strategy. This partnership with BMRCL reinforces our commitment to supporting digital transformation in Indian cities through robust telecom infrastructure." Mohammed N. Mazher, Managing Director, ACES India, added: "This agreement is a significant milestone in our India journey. We are proud to contribute to Bangalore's public infrastructure by providing a scalable, future-ready connectivity framework for Namma Metro." The 13-year agreement, with a potential 2-year extension, also supports India's broader push towards Digital India and smart mobility by embedding digital readiness into urban public transport. Strengthening ACES India's Metro Portfolio ACES continues to expand its footprint across India's urban mobility landscape. In addition to Namma Metro, the company is already working on key telecom infrastructure projects across Bangalore International Airport, Mumbai Metro Line 3, Noida International Airport, Surat Diamond Bourse, Kanpur Metro and Agra Metro. About ACES: ACES is a Saudi-headquartered digital infrastructure company with operations across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe. The company specializes in telecom infrastructure, smart cities, drones, private networks and data centers. Learn more at About BMRCL: Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Karnataka. It is responsible for the implementation and operation of the Namma Metro project. Learn more at Photo: Photo: Logo: Logo: (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Maheshwar Rao appointed as new chief commissioner of Bengaluru civic body
In a major administrative reshuffle, the Karnataka government has appointed Maheshwar Rao M as the new Chief Commissioner of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Times of India reported. Rao, who currently serves as the Managing Director of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), will now hold additional charge as the BBMP Chief Commissioner. Rao replaces Tushar Giri Nath, who has been posted as the Additional Chief Secretary in the Urban Development Department. Nath will concurrently hold the charge of Additional Chief Secretary (Home) and BBMP Administrator, following the retirement of Umashankar S R on April 30. The government notification further clarified that the posts of BBMP Chief Commissioner and BBMP Administrator are now deemed equivalent in status and responsibilities to the cadre post of Additional Chief Secretary, in line with the provisions under the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) rules. (Also Read: 'There is no hope': Debate over Bengaluru's missing local government resurfaces) Bengaluru has been without an elected municipal body or mayor for over five years. The last elections for the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) were held in August 2015, and the council's term ended in September 2020. Elections, originally due in 2020, have been repeatedly postponed, with officials citing reasons such as the Covid-19 pandemic, delays in ward delimitation, and disputes over reservation of wards. In February this year, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged party members and leaders to gear up for the upcoming local body elections in the state, including the long-pending Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) polls, saying they could be announced at any time. On the BBMP elections, he noted that the legislative panel reviewing the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, chaired by MLA Rizwan Arshad, had gathered public feedback and was expected to submit its report soon. "Polls can be declared at any moment, so we must be fully prepared," Shivakumar said, adding that he would form region-specific committees for the local body elections, including zilla panchayats, taluk panchayats, and municipal corporations. These committees, led by the party's working presidents and vice presidents, would visit different regions before March to oversee coordination, seat reservations, candidate selection, and report their findings, he added. (Also Read: 'Prepare for local body polls': DK Shivakumar hints long-awaited BBMP elections
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Maheshwar Rao new BBMP chief commissioner
Bengaluru: In a major administrative reshuffle, Karnataka govt has appointed Maheshwar Rao M chief commissioner of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), replacing Tushar Giri Nath , who has been posted as additional chief secretary in the urban development department. Rao, currently managing director of Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation, will now hold additional charge as BBMP chief commissioner . You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Nath will concurrently hold the charge of additional chief secretary (home), and BBMP administrator, relieving Umashankar SR retiring on April 30. The notification clarifies that posts of BBMP administrator and BBMP chief commissioner are now declared equivalent in status and responsibilities to the cadre post of additional chief secretary under IAS rules.
