7.5km Pink Line takes Metro network in Bengaluru beyond 100km

The Bengaluru Metro, popularly known as Namma Metro, has opened a 7.5 kilometre extension of its Pink Line, taking the overall length of the network to more than 100 kilometres. The extension runs from the existing terminus at Hosahalli to the newly constructed station at Kengeri, passing through densely populated residential areas and several commercial hubs. Construction began in early 2022 and was completed ahead of schedule, with the state transport authority reporting that the project stayed within its allocated budget.

Transportation experts say the new segment will significantly reduce travel time for thousands of daily commuters who previously relied on crowded buses and private vehicles. By linking key employment zones with educational institutions and shopping districts, the Pink Line aims to shift a portion of road traffic onto rail, thereby easing congestion on the city’s arterial roads. Early ridership data from the first week of operation shows an average of 12,000 passengers per day using the new stations, a figure that is expected to rise as commuters become familiar with the service.

City planners view the extension as part of a broader strategy to create a more integrated public‑transport network across Bengaluru. Future phases are slated to connect the Pink Line with the upcoming Yellow and Green lines, forming a web of routes that can serve the rapidly expanding urban fringe. Officials also highlighted plans to upgrade feeder bus services and introduce park‑and‑ride facilities at select stations, measures that should further encourage residents to choose metro travel over private cars.