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News18
12-07-2025
- Business
- News18
Bengaluru: One App For All Your Rides? Namma Metro QR Tickets Go Live On 12 Platforms
Last Updated: Namma Metro now lets you book QR tickets through apps like Redbus, Rapido, and more via ONDC. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has rolled out QR-code based ticket booking across 12 digital platforms. This upgrade comes through a partnership with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), allowing commuters to buy metro tickets using a wider range of travel apps. Until now, passengers could book tickets through the Namma Metro app, Paytm, or the official WhatsApp chatbot. But from now on, they'll also be able to use apps like EaseMyTrip, Highway Delite, Miles & Kilometres (via Telegram), Namma Yatri, OneTicket, Rapido, Redbus, Tummoc, and Yatri–City Travel Guide. Sri Maheshwar Rao, Managing Director of BMRCL, shared that this move is a major milestone in building a seamless, multimodal transport system. With auto-rickshaw and cab services already linked to ONDC since 2023, the addition of metro ticketing completes the bigger picture. As per Hindustan Times, he said, 'This is a huge step forward for smart travel. Now, people can plan their journey from doorstep to destination using just one app—saving both time and effort." BMRCL's goal is to create a well-connected transport system that combines first-, middle-, and last-mile options. With this QR-based ticketing system, commuters don't need to hop between apps or stand in long queues anymore. Everything is now just a few taps away. This initiative reflects BMRCL's larger goal: building an inclusive and tech-friendly travel experience for everyone in Bengaluru. By embracing open digital networks, the metro is becoming more accessible, user-friendly, and ready for the future. view comments First Published: July 10, 2025, 08:02 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Multimodal transport apps will help you plan daily commute in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Tummoc and Namma Yatri launched new public transit features powered by open data, enabling seamless Metro, bus and auto planning. The apps are winners of the Enroute Challenge by Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), World Resources Institute (WRI) India, and Villgro, marking the city's first end-to-end Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) solutions. The initiative was unveiled by Minister for IT/BT Priyank Kharge on Thursday, aiming to boost public transport use to 70 per cent by 2030. The newly launched features, powered by General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) data from Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), enable commuters to plan and complete Metro, bus, and last-mile journeys on a single platform. The apps are the first of their kind to offer fully integrated end-to-end public transit solutions in Bengaluru. Unveiling the features, Kharge said, 'Bengaluru is one of the fastest-growing cities globally. To reach our goal of 70 per cent public transport share by 2030, we need open data, digital integration, and first-last mile connectivity. The Enroute Challenge is a transformative step in this direction.'
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
BMRCL, BMTC open transport data; allow Namma Yatri, Tummoc users to coordinate first, last-mile connectivity
Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (BMRCL) have finally opened up their transport data empowering two apps Namma Yatri and Tummoc to allow its users seamless first- and last-mile connectivity for commuters. This has been a long standing demand for over a decade now. With addition of new features, users of both apps can now plan their entire journey and purchase a single ticket covering the complete trip. For instance, if a commuter needs to use all three modes of transport (bus, metro, and autorickshaw) they can plan the route using either application and buy just one ticket for the entire journey. The apps utilise real-time data from buses and metro trains operating on the commuter's route to design a coordinated travel plan. Ideally, this allows commuters to access each mode of public transport immediately after deboarding the previous one, though actual timing may be affected by factors such as traffic. A hindrance to develop this feature was that BMTC and BMRCL had not opened up their data, which has finally happened in the General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS), a globally recognised open data standard for public transportation, which includes information on stops, routes, and schedules. So far, BMTC has been providing static data to the platform and plans to begin sharing real-time data soon. Currently, Namma Yatri offers trip planning that integrates auto-rickshaw services with metro routes. Namma Yatri is yet to go live, while Tummoc has already started the services. Tummoc, in addition to similar features, also allows users to track the amount of carbon emissions they save by choosing public transport over private vehicles. The development of these features follows Tummoc and Namma Yatri jointly winning a ₹30 lakh grant in August 2024, after emerging as winners of Enroute: A Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) Challenge, an initiative organised by WRI, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), and Villgro. Priyank M. Kharge, Minister for Electronics, IT, BT, and Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, emphasised the importance of such initiatives in addressing last-mile connectivity issues. 'In Bengaluru, we don't measure travel in kilometres; we measure it in hours. We acknowledge the problem and are committed to solving it,' he said. 'Bengaluru is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, with a 12% growth rate last year. Projections show we will grow by 8.5% annually over the next decade,' he said, adding that the city loses an estimated ₹20,000 crore each year due to time wasted in traffic, which directly impacts productivity. In comparison, Mumbai and Delhi reportedly lose ₹40,000 crore and ₹60,000 crore annually, respectively, he claimed. Mr. Kharge further noted that less than 50% of the city's population currently uses public transport, and the government's vision is to increase that number to 70% by 2030. Against this backdrop, he said, the launch of such integrated features marks a significant step towards encouraging wider adoption of public transportation.
Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Bengaluru's public transport gets digital boost with ONDC integration for metro, bus ticketing
After the integration of Bengaluru metro and bus services with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) on Thursday, commuters in the IT capital can now book QR-code-based tickets for metro and bus rides through multiple mobile apps. The tickets can be bought on popular apps, such as Rapido, Namma Yatri, Tummoc, RedBus, EaseMyTrip, Highway Delite, OneTicket, and Yatri City Travel Guide, among others. Till now, metro tickets could be booked online only through the Namma Metro mobile app, Paytm, and WhatsApp chatbot. While launching the new services, Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge described the move as a 'significant leap toward inclusive and interoperable mobility solutions.' 'This initiative not only makes public transport more accessible but also promotes the use of digital platforms for daily commuting. Bengaluru is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. To achieve our vision of 70 per cent public transport share by 2030, we need a combination of robust infrastructure, digital integration, and open data,' he added. BMTC Managing Director Ramachandran R noted that the corporation is working towards adopting open-source data with real-time updates. 'On June 21, BMTC served over 46 lakh passengers in a single day. To manage this growing demand, we must embrace open, real-time data and develop commuter-friendly digital platforms,' he said. He added, 'We are working on introducing both closed-loop and open-loop cards for our services. Plans are underway to roll out Smart Shakti Cards in the coming year, which will be compatible with RuPay, Mastercard, and Visa – allowing all major credit and debit cards to be used on our Electronic Ticketing Machines (ETMs).' Ramachandran further stated, 'Additionally, we are looking to implement an Automatic Passenger Counting (APC) system integrated with an Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system. This is aimed at addressing the high operational costs and moving towards a conductor-less transit model within the city.' M Maheshwar Rao, Managing Director, BMRCL, called the integration with ONDC a critical step for simplifying multimodal journeys. 'With auto and cab services already available on ONDC, the addition of metro ticketing creates a more unified travel ecosystem. Our aim is to ensure that commuters can book their entire trip – from doorstep to destination – seamlessly using a single app,' Rao said. At the event, two mobility apps – Namma Yatri and Tummoc – also unveiled new features as part of the Enroute Challenge, an urban mobility innovation competition supported by Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), WRI India, and Villgro. These apps now offer end-to-end trip planning across metro, bus, and auto-rickshaw services using open data provided by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). Through these apps, commuters can view live bus and metro schedules, receive trip recommendations, and book auto-rickshaws for first- and last-mile connectivity, all within a single interface. Both apps also provide real-time alerts and estimated trip costs.
Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru has turned into a heat trap as concrete swallows the city: Report
Bengaluru's rapid urbanisation has left little room for nature, with built-up areas now occupying a staggering 87.6 per cent of the city. Over the last ten years alone, concrete coverage has jumped by 10 per cent, reshaping the city's climate and quality of life in the process, The New Indian Express reported. From heated debates over the smell of chicken curry to demands for DNA tests to trace pet droppings in common areas, Bengaluru residents are sharing their most bizarre WhatsApp group spats with Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) on Reddit. (Representational Image)(Unsplash) A new study titled Urban Heat Island Linkages with the Landscape Morphology, conducted by the Centre for Ecological Sciences at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), has painted a worrying picture. The city's dwindling green and blue spaces - trees and lakes - now account for just 12 per cent of its surface, triggering a domino effect: rising local temperatures, more greenhouse gas emissions, and a sharp increase in health problems such as cardiovascular diseases and lifestyle disorders, the report stated. Professor T V Ramachandra, co-author of the study, noted that shrinking natural "lung spaces" directly correlates with worsening health indicators. The requirement for 30 per cent open setback space around buildings, essential for thermal comfort, is routinely ignored during construction approvals, he said, as per the report. These open spaces, he explained, help balance temperatures and reduce urban stress, but poor enforcement and widespread corruption have rendered this rule ineffective. READ | Bengaluru braces for traffic disruptions as thousands protest at Freedom Park today The study reveals that the unchecked sprawl has given rise to 'urban heat archipelagos' - clusters of heat islands that amplify each other, creating widespread hot zones across the city. Iconic green enclaves like IISc, GKVK and Jnanabharathi, once bastions of biodiversity and cooler microclimates, are now under threat from the expanding urban jungle, the report added. Using satellite data spanning from 1973 to 2025 and advanced classification methods, researchers traced Bengaluru's transformation from a city with just 7.97 per cent built-up land in the '70s to one dominated by concrete today. Since the formation of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) - the civic administrative body governing the city - in the early 2000s, the city has seen a 1,078 per cent explosion in built-up areas, accompanied by an 88 per cent loss of vegetation and a 79 per cent reduction in water bodies. READ | 'Where is the end to this loot?': Bengaluru cab rider claims ₹117 booking turned ₹187 bill, Namma Yatri responds According to Ramachandra, Bengaluru has reached a critical threshold, and residents are seeing a transition from porous, ecologically supportive land to impermeable concrete surfaces. This shift is disrupting the city's hydrology, ecology, and even its economy. As of 2025, the city's urban expansion has hit 90 per cent and shows no signs of slowing. Driven largely by unplanned growth, the conversion of green fields and lakes into real estate has pushed the city beyond its environmental carrying capacity. The analysis also found that the entire city now falls within high-temperature zones, with surface temperatures regularly exceeding 44 degrees Celsius. Cooler zones that once existed in the '90s have all but vanished. In short, Bengaluru is overheating, and without urgent intervention to restore its ecological balance, the future could be hotter and even more hazardous.
