BMRCL Kicks Off Land Acquisition for Namma Metro Phase 3 Expansion
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has officially initiated the land acquisition process for Namma Metro Phase 3. The project, expected to transform the city’s transportation landscape, will connect crucial locations across the city, making commuting more efficient for millions of passengers.
As part of the initial phase, BMRCL has acquired 26,811 square metres of land for the stretch from JP Nagar Phase 4 to Mysuru Road Metro Station. The project is part of an ambitious plan to expand the metro network, which will include a series of interchange stations and new corridors designed to improve connectivity within the city. Key stations along the Phase 3 route will include Peenya and JP Nagar on the Green Line, Mysuru Road Station on the Purple Line, and Sumanahalli on the Hosahalli-Kadabagere route. Notably, JP Nagar Phase 4 will serve as a link to the Pink Line at Bannerghatta Road, while Hebbal will become an interchange point for both the Blue Line (airport route) and Red Line (Hebbal-Sarjapur route).
Phase 3 of the Namma Metro will consist of two main corridors: Corridor 1, which stretches 32.15 km from JP Nagar Phase 4 to Kempapura, and Corridor 2, which covers 12.5 km from Hosahalli to Kadabagere. For Corridor 1 alone, BMRCL has identified approximately 1,29,743 square metres of land, which will involve the acquisition of 777 private properties. The estimated cost for this land acquisition is Rs 1,900 crore. The project will feature a double-decker viaduct, as detailed in the Detailed Project Report (DPR), ensuring that the construction will not disrupt existing roads, flyovers, or underpasses. Additionally, any further land acquisition will be done in consultation with the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), in order to minimise disruption and ensure smooth project execution.
The total estimated cost of Phase 3 is Rs 15,611 crore, with Rs 7,577 crore being sourced from loans and Rs 450 crore expected to come from non-ticketing revenues such as advertising and station naming rights. The metro expansion will require 252 new coaches and is expected to handle a daily ridership of 7.28 lakh passengers by 2028. To facilitate the construction of Phase 3, a private company has already commenced geotechnical investigations along Magadi Road. These investigations, which are necessary for determining the soil conditions, will be conducted in two phases: one covering the stretch from Mysuru Road Station to Kanteerava Studio Station and another from Hosahalli Station to Kadabagere Depot. The total cost of these investigations is approximately Rs 5.49 crore, and completion is expected within the next five months.
The land acquisition process covers several critical areas along the JP Nagar Phase 4 to Mysuru Road Metro Station stretch. Some of the key parcels of land being acquired include 1,830.87 square metres in Nainappashetti Palya, 5,187.31 square metres in Sarakki, and 4,556.46 square metres in Jaraganahalli. Other parcels include land in Kadirenahalli, Karisandra, Katriguppe, Hosakerehalli, Pantharapalya, and Nayandahalli, all of which are essential for the successful execution of the project. BMRCL officials have expressed confidence that the land acquisition process will proceed smoothly, ensuring that the Phase 3 expansion is completed on time. This will ultimately benefit the residents of Bangalore, providing them with a more robust and efficient metro system that is set to play a pivotal role in reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality. As Bangalore continues to grow, Phase 3 of Namma Metro will be a key part of the city’s evolving public transportation network, making it easier for commuters to navigate the urban sprawl and improving the quality of life for residents.
