Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a new section of Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line on Friday, marking another step in the expansion of the city’s urban transportation network. The newly opened stretch, connecting Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere, has been developed with an investment of approximately ₹3,470 crore.
Following the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi and Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar jointly flagged off the metro services and took a ride on the newly launched route. The two leaders were also seen purchasing their tickets separately at the station counter before boarding the train.
New Metro Stretch to Strengthen Urban Connectivity
The newly inaugurated section is expected to add capacity to Bengaluru’s public transport infrastructure and improve connectivity for commuters travelling across the areas covered by the route.
The Pink Line forms part of the city’s broader metro expansion programme, aimed at providing residents with additional public transportation options as Bengaluru continues to experience growing mobility requirements.
Double-Decker Corridor Designed to Address Traffic Challenges
During the metro journey, Chief Minister DK Shivakumar briefed the Prime Minister on the features of the double-decker elevated corridor. The infrastructure combines a metro rail line with a flyover, allowing two levels of transportation infrastructure to operate within the same corridor.
The integrated design is intended to make more efficient use of available urban space while helping address traffic congestion in Bengaluru.
The inauguration marks a significant development in the city’s ongoing efforts to expand its metro network and strengthen public transport infrastructure.
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