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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Bengaluru Metro hits record 9.66 lakh ridership during RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebrations marred by deadly stampede
BENGALURU: Namma Metro recorded its highest-ever ridership on Wednesday — the same day a stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) IPL victory celebrations claimed 11 lives and left 75 injured. As thousands of fans flocked to Vidhana Soudha and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to witness the celebrations, Namma Metro recorded its highest-ever single-day ridership, with a total of 9,66,732 passengers. According to a press release by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), metro usage across all corridors nearly tripled. Line 1 (Purple Line) alone carried 478,334 passengers, while Line 2 (Green Line) accounted for 284,674. The Majestic interchange station saw 203,724 commuters — among the highest footfalls for a single station. The significant rise was mainly due to heavy footfall at key Central Business District (CBD) stations such as Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha, MG Road, and Sir M. Visvesvaraya . On Wednesday evening, BMRCL was compelled to temporarily shut down Purple Line stations at Cubbon Park (close to Chinnaswamy Stadium), Vidhana Soudha, and MG Road owing to the heavy passenger footfall. Officials said these closures were implemented as a precautionary safety measure due to overcrowding near the stadiums.
Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru's Namma Metro hits nearly 10 lakh footfalls in a day amid RCB celebrations
Namma Metro registered its highest-ever daily ridership on June 4, with 9,66,732 commuters boarding trains across the city, the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) confirmed on Thursday. The sharp spike came as tens of thousands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans descended upon central Bengaluru for the IPL victory celebrations — pushing the metro system to its limits. Also Read - Bengaluru cops warned against immediate RCB event but were ignored: Report According to BMRCL data, the Purple Line alone accounted for 4,78,334 passengers, while the Green Line served 2,84,674 commuters. The city's busiest interchange — Kempegowda Station at Majestic — recorded an overwhelming footfall of 2,03,724 passengers. The previous record stood at 9,08,153 boardings on April 17, making this week's figure the new all-time high in the metro's operational history. The surge in footfall comes just months after ridership had briefly dipped due to fare hikes in February, sparking concerns about affordability and accessibility. Officials attributed the dramatic rise in usage to the public frenzy surrounding the RCB's IPL win — the franchise's first title since the league's inception. Thousands of fans made their way to the city centre, especially around the Vidhana Soudha and M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, leading to packed metro compartments and overcrowded stations. Also Read - RCB victory celebrations turn deadly, 11 killed in Bengaluru stampede, several injured Central Business District (CBD) stations — including Cubbon Park, MG Road, Vidhana Soudha, and Sir M. Visvesvaraya — saw the most significant uptick, contributing heavily to the historic numbers, BMRCL said in a press release. However, the celebrations turned grim on Tuesday evening when a stampede-like situation unfolded near Chinnaswamy Stadium, resulting in the death of 11 people and injuries to several others. The massive crowds overwhelmed security arrangements, forcing police to resort to a lathi-charge to control the swelling numbers. In response to the chaotic scenes, BMRCL temporarily suspended metro operations at Cubbon Park and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Vidhana Soudha stations from 4:30 PM onwards on Tuesday. The move was aimed at ensuring commuter safety and easing congestion in the CBD. Metro services at both stations were restored on Wednesday after a brief pause, and officials urged commuters to continue using alternate stations if crowding persists.
Deccan Herald
11 hours ago
- Business
- Deccan Herald
Centre asks for tweaking Metro Phase 3A's 'high' cost
The 36.59-km Phase 3A, also called the Red Line, will connect Sarjapur in southeastern Bengaluru to Hebbal in the north. It is estimated to cost Rs 28,405 crore, or Rs 776.3 crore per km, the most expensive in Namma Metro's history.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Man dressed as Gandhi statue stands barefoot in cold at Bengaluru's Nandi Hills: 'This is what resilience looks like'
A deeply moving video from the misty heights of Nandi Hills, near Bengaluru, is capturing hearts across Instagram. The clip features an unidentified man, dressed to resemble a statue of Mahatma Gandhi, standing barefoot and clad in a simple white dhoti, vest, and shawl—seemingly unfazed by the biting cold and thick fog that blankets the area. (Also read: IIT-M grad rejected by multiple Bengaluru landlords: 'Owners not okay with Muslims') In the brief video, the man remains motionless, his expression composed, holding a wooden stick reminiscent of the one often carried by Gandhi. As the camera pans to his face, the harsh chill becomes evident—his body shivers slightly, yet his posture remains calm and dignified. As the video continues, a passing traveller approaches the man and places money in the small metal bucket by his feet. A gentle smile appears on the man's face—a gesture that seems to blend gratitude with humility. The clip, shared by Instagram user Ujjal Boruah, was captioned with a single, poignant word: 'Life.' Despite its brevity, the post encapsulates the essence of endurance, simplicity, and quiet strength. Within just a few days, the video garnered over 1.3 million views and countless reactions, many of which praised the man's spirit and unwavering resilience. Watch the clip here: A post shared by 𝐔𝐣𝐣𝐚𝐥 Boruah (@ujzal.143) Instagram users flooded the comment section, with many describing the video as 'soul-stirring' and 'profoundly touching.' One user commented, 'This is what resilience looks like' Another added, 'His shiver speaks more than words ever could.' Several others reflected on the symbolism, calling the man 'a reminder of simplicity in a world of excess.' One remarked, 'The cold couldn't shake his calm, just like Bapu's unwavering resolve.' A few even shared how emotional the moment felt, with one writing, 'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I watched him stand there in silence.' (Also read: Bengaluru billionaire Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw tries Namma Metro and leaves her review) Another viewer added, 'It made me pause and reflect on what resilience truly means in today's fast-paced world.' While a simple yet powerful comment read, 'This touched my soul.'
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Bengaluru: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Praises Namma Metro for Easy Ride
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, the famous Indian entrepreneur and founder of Biocon, recently took a ride on Bengaluru's Namma Metro. She commuted on the Purple Line from Whitefield to Vidhana Soudha. Accompanied her was her friend Jennifer Erich from Exxon Mobil. Kiran said the metro was a fast and easy way to avoid Bengaluru's heavy traffic. She took to X to post the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation for the good service. Her trip shows how more people, including busy professionals, are choosing the metro to travel quickly and comfortably in the city.
