BMRCL set to begin groundwork for Namma Metro Phase 3

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is set to initiate preliminary works for the third phase of the Namma Metro project, which is currently expanding across the city, the officials said on Monday.

It is said that the company has identified 100 acres of land for constructing depots and yards in certain sections needed for the third phase. Officials have further indicated that the acquisition process for these sites is ongoing and updates will follow.

The construction of two metro lines for the third phase of BMRCL is underway. According to sources, the route spans from JP Nagar to Kempegowda (covering 32.1 km) along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) and Magadi Road, from Yelachenahalli to Kengeri (12.5 km).

Some significant improvements are planned, and the Department of Urban Land Transport has yet to grant central approval for this DPR. The Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Affairs has suggested modifications along the Magadi Road route.

The Karnataka government approved Rs 15,600 crore for the project in November 2022. The finance department has directed the initiation of the land acquisition process necessary for the project.

Further steps await approval from the state cabinet secretary before commencing land acquisition. Approximately six months are required to obtain access to the land once the initial phase of land acquisition concludes.

Plans for constructing depots on a 100-acre plot (adjacent to the Byadarahalli Police Station on Magadi Road) are being contemplated, and the land has been earmarked accordingly.