I am sure that if given the option to travel by auto-rickshaw, bus, or metro, most of us would choose the metro. Because, of course, who doesn’t love quick travel, avoiding traffic jams, and enjoying air conditioning? Now, Bengaluru’s Namma Metro Pink Line may soon open to the public. Scroll down to know when the Pink Line will open and whether PM Modi will inaugurate it!
Bengaluru’s Namma Metro Pink Line Is Launching Soon
Bengaluru is gearing up for the Namma Metro Pink Line, which will expand the city’s metro network. According to Moneycontrol, sharing the update, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi might visit the city to inaugurate the Pink Line on November 15. However, there is no official confirmation yet.
Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda said the date for PM Modi’s visit may be finalised by mid-November. He has requested a meeting with Union Minister Manohar Lal on November 3 or 4 to get clarity. However, the meeting is yet to be confirmed. DK Shivakumar wrote to PM Modi on October 6, inviting him to inaugurate the line.
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Namma Metro’s 7.5-km Elevated Stretch
For now, the 7.5-km elevated section of Namma Metro’s Pink Line is opening first. It will connect Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. As per Moneycontrol report, this stretch underwent a safety inspection from October 6 to 8 by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS).
BMRCL has addressed the observations raised during the safety inspection and is now waiting for the final clearance to open the stretch to the public. Once it gets the green light, Bengaluru’s metro network will grow from 96.1 km to 103.6 km
How excited are you to travel on the Namma Metro Pink Line? Tell us in the comments below!
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FAQs
What is the capital of Karnataka?
Bengaluru is the capital of Karnataka.
Which language is spoken in Bengaluru?
Many people in Bengaluru speak Kannada.
How can you travel around Bengaluru?
To travel around Bengaluru, you can take Namma Metro, BMTC buses, auto rickshaws, or cabs.
Is Bengaluru a must-visit for food lovers?
Yes, Bengaluru is definitely a must-visit for food lovers, thanks to South Indian delicacies, chats, global cuisine, coffee, and more.
