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Indian Express
8 minutes ago
- Business
- Indian Express
CMRS begins inspection of Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line, inauguration likely in August
The much-awaited Yellow Line of Bengaluru's Namma Metro moved a step closer to operations with the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) commencing inspection of the 19.15-km Reach-5 stretch between RV Road and Bommasandra on Tuesday. The fully elevated corridor, which features 16 stations, has faced multiple delays and was initially slated for completion in December 2021. According to Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), further inspections — including those at the operations control centre — are scheduled for July 25. The CMRS is expected to examine key infrastructure including the tracks, viaducts, station structures, signalling and telecommunication systems, and other subsystems. Once CMRS approval is secured and BMRCL complies with the conditions laid out, the Yellow Line will be opened to the public following final consultation with the Union and State Governments. BMRCL is reportedly planning a high-profile inauguration event in August, with officials preparing to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to open the line. A private firm has reportedly been engaged to produce a documentary film showcasing the new corridor, including drone footage of the stations and route, for the inaugural programme. The event is tentatively scheduled for the first or second week of August. Sources indicated that the PM is also expected to inaugurate the Green Line extension from Nagasandra to Madavara at the same event. The Yellow Line will connect key locations in southern Bengaluru, including RV Road, Ragigudda, Jayadeva, and BTM Layout to Electronics City, and further up to Bommasandra, which houses major manufacturing and biotech firms. The Green Line extension will include the Majunathanagar, Chikkabidarakallu, and Madavara stations. In the run-up to the inspection and depending on readiness, BMRCL has drawn up three possible operational plans. The first involves opening the entire 16-station stretch with three trains at a frequency of 24 minutes. The second plan proposes partial operation between RV Road and Bommasandra with a limited number of seven stations. The third option is to run services between Bommasandra and Central Silk Board alone. The Yellow Line has suffered significant delays, primarily due to disruptions in the supply of metro coaches. CRRC, the Chinese firm originally contracted to supply the rolling stock, failed to meet the 75 per cent local manufacturing requirement mandated by the Make in India policy. The issue was exacerbated by the India-China border standoff in June 2020, complications with foreign direct investment (FDI) norms, and Covid-related disruptions. To resolve the impasse, CRRC partnered with Titagarh Rail Systems in Kolkata to manufacture and deliver the coaches domestically. However, visa delays for Chinese engineers and the late arrival of propulsion systems from Japan further slowed down the testing and commissioning of the corridor.
NDTV
3 hours ago
- Business
- NDTV
Bengaluru's Yellow Line Of Namma Metro To Launch Soon, Check All Stations And Routes
Bengaluru's Yellow Line of the Namma Metro, connecting Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road (RV Road) and Bommasandra, has entered its final safety inspections. The safety inspection will be conducted by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) from July 22 to July 25. The Yellow Line stretches around 18.82 kilometres. The Yellow Line aims to improve connectivity in Bengaluru, reducing traffic congestion and providing a direct interchange with the Green and Pink Lines. It has faced multiple delays and missed several earlier deadlines. As per the latest reports, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is all set to inaugurate the line this year in August. Initially, three trains will run on this route, with plans to increase frequency and add more trains. The inspection will be carried out to evaluate the condition and safety of the tracks and also assess the structural integrity of elevated sections. The authority will review the readiness and safety of stations, and verify the functionality and safety of signalling systems. The CMRS will review the Operations Control Centre at the Baiyappanahalli depot on July 25. The Yellow Line will provide direct access to Electronic City, which is home to major IT firms such as Infosys and Biocon. It will also alleviate traffic at the Silk Board Junction. There will be better connectivity for residential hubs like BTM Layout, HSR Layout, and Bommasandra Industrial Area. The Yellow Line connects with the Green, Blue and Pink Lines, which improved city-wide transit flows. It aims to reduce road congestion and encourage more metro usage, especially along the tech corridors. List Of All Stations: RV Road: It is an interchange with the Green Line Ragigudda Jayadeva Hospital: It will be a future interchange with the Pink Line BTM Layout Central Silk Board: Commuters will be able to interchange with the Blue Line in future. Bommanahalli Hongasandra Kudlu Gate Singasandra Hosa Road Beratena Agrahara Electronic City Konappana Agrahara Huskur Road Hebbagodi Bommasandra (terminal)
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Safety inspection of Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line starts today
Bengaluru: The safety inspection of the Yellow Line by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) will begin Tuesday, and is expected to continue for four days. CMRS inspection is a statutory requirement, and the line can be opened to the public only after receiving the necessary approval. Bengalureans have long been awaiting the opening of the 18.8km line from RV Road to Bommasandra, which connects Electronics City — one of the city's major IT corridors. Due to the non-availability of the required number of coaches, BMRCL postponed the launch several times. Recently, BMRCL management set Aug 15 as the new deadline to open the line. A senior BMRCL official said CMRS of the southern region, AM Chowdhary, and his team will inspect the line starting Tuesday. "As this is a new line, the inspection may go on for four days. CMRS inspection is a crucial step towards opening the line. We'll announce the opening date based on the outcome of the safety inspection." You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru So far, BMRCL received only three sets of trains. The fourth set is expected to arrive in Aug. Earlier, BMRCL considered opening the line with five-seven stations, but further clarity will come only after the CMRS inspection.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Preparations begin for Yellow Line inauguration, speculation over PM Modi's participation
Preparations are underway for the inauguration of Bengaluru's much-delayed Yellow Line Metro, though officials of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) clarified that no formal confirmation has yet been received regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi presiding over the event. As speculation grows over the possibility of the Prime Minister inaugurating the new corridor, BMRCL officials said that both the Central and State governments have been informed of the event. 'Nothing has been finalised at this stage,' a senior official said, while confirming that work related to the inauguration protocol has already begun. BMRCL has roped in a private production firm to create a promotional video highlighting the 19-kilometre stretch, which will include footage of metro stations, aerial drone shots, and key features of the line. This documentary-style film is expected to be showcased at the inauguration, tentatively scheduled for the second week of August 2025. Officials confirmed that each station along the Yellow Line has been asked to designate a nodal officer to coordinate with the production crew during the shoot. The Yellow Line, connecting R.V. Road in South Bengaluru to Bommasandra via crucial junctions such as Central Silk Board and Electronics City, was originally set to open in 2021. However, the project has been missing deadlines multiple times, most recently missing a revised launch target of June 2025. CMRS inspection Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) is scheduled to conduct inspections of the Yellow Line from July 22 to July 25. This inspection is a statutory requirement and involves rigorous assessment of the tracks, fire safety protocols, entry and exit points, and the operational readiness of the driverless train sets. Although the physical infrastructure has been in place for some time, operational delays have largely been due to setbacks in receiving the train sets. Initially, in 2019, Chinese company CRRC was awarded a ₹1,578-crore contract to supply 216 coaches with a mandate to build a manufacturing facility in India, something the firm failed to deliver on. This non-compliance caused a substantial slowdown in the project's progress, prompting BMRCL to issue multiple notices to CRRC and consider enforcing a ₹372-crore bank guarantee. To salvage the situation, CRRC partnered with Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, a Kolkata-based firm, enabling train deliveries to resume. Currently, BMRCL has only three train sets available for the Yellow Line. A fourth set is undergoing trials at the Titagarh facility and is expected to be dispatched by July 28, with delivery to Bengaluru likely by August 12, officials said. 'Following the CMRS inspection, BMRCL will need around two weeks to incorporate any safety or operational recommendations. If timelines are met, partial commercial operations on the Yellow Line could begin by mid-August,' an official added.
Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
Namma Metro Yellow Line nears commercial launch
Bengaluru: Bengaluru'slong-awaited Yellow Line of the Namma Metro, connecting RV Road to Bommasandra, is finally nearing commercial operations, marking a significant milestone in the city's expanding metro infrastructure. Sources indicate that the official inauguration is likely to take place in August, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to flag off the service. Stretching over 19.15 kilometers, the Yellow Line is currently awaiting its final safety clearance from the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), whose inspection is scheduled between July 22 and 25. While most technical certifications are in place—including the crucial Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) for the signalling systems—the green light from CMRS will be the final step before the line becomes operational. The ISA certification, essential for Metro safety protocols, has already been granted to the Yellow Line's signalling partner Siemens India Ltd in collaboration with Siemens AG and a government agency from Italy. With this, the only remaining requirement is the CMRS's inspection report, which will evaluate key elements like tracks, viaducts, signalling, station amenities, and infrastructure readiness. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is reportedly considering three operational strategies, which include full-service across all 16 stations, a shorter run between RV Road and Bommasandra with select stops, or operations limited between Bommasandra and Central Silk Board. Currently, BMRCL has three trains ready for deployment, with a fourth undergoing testing and likely to arrive by July 28. Preparations for the inauguration are already in motion, with BMRCL engaging a private firm to create a promotional documentary featuring drone visuals of the route and its modern amenities. This is expected to be showcased during the launch event in early August. The Yellow Line passes through prominent locations such as Bommasandra, Electronic City, Central Silk Board, BTM Layout, and Jayadeva Hospital, promising to ease commute for thousands of daily travelers in the city's southern tech corridor. With its launch, Bengaluru inches closer to a fully integrated metro network aimed at reducing traffic congestion and boosting public transportation efficiency.
