BMRCL aims to commence metro rail services between Nagasandra and Madavara on the Green Line by the end of this month. To facilitate this, the corporation has reached out to the Urban Development Department to confirm the launch date. Sources indicate that all construction work is complete, and all tests have been successfully conducted.

The Railway Safety Commissioner is reported to have inspected the line recently and approved commercial operations shortly thereafter. BMRCL is currently awaiting a confirmed date for the inauguration. The extended section of the Green Line encompasses a 3.7-kilometre route, which features stations at Manjunath Nagar, Chikkabidarakallu, and Madavara. Once services begin on this route, it is anticipated that the number of metro passengers will increase by approximately 6,500 daily, totalling around 200,000 each month.

Officials from BMRCL told reporters at ET Realty that not only residents from Anjanapura and Jindal Nagar but also commuters from Nelamangala are likely to arrive by bus or private vehicles to Madavara and then continue their journey via metro. BMRCL has been in communication with the Urban Development Department regarding the launch date, and discussions with the central government are ongoing to finalise it.

Since existing trains will operate on the extended route, passengers are not expected to wait for new trains. Officials express confidence that services will commence as soon as state government approval is received, with metro rail operations expected to begin on the extended route by the end of October. Bengaluru is preparing to launch traffic on the Yellow Line by January next year, which will span 18.8 kilometres and include 16 stations. However, parking at three interchange stations along this route is anticipated to pose significant challenges.

BMRCL is developing interchange stations to accommodate the Yellow Line, connecting RV Road to Bommasandra. Key interchange stations include RV Road on the Green Line, Jayadeva station on the Pink Line (linking Kalena Agrahara to Nagavara), and the Silk Institute station on the Blue Line (connecting Silk Institute to KR Puram and the International Airport).

According to the Detailed Project Report (DPR), it is estimated that around 400,000 people will use this interchange route daily. By 2021, approximately 100,000 passengers are expected to travel to and from the RV Road interchange station alone, making it the first interchange station on the Green Line available for public use.

However, there is currently inadequate parking space at this station, and the situation is likely to deteriorate as traffic increases. At the Jayadeva station, around 82,000 passengers and approximately 23,500 at the Silk Board station are projected to utilise these facilities. During peak hours on the Yellow Line, it is estimated that 18,000 passengers may travel each hour. Additionally, the Pink Line is expected to start operations by the end of next year, while the Blue Line is anticipated to commence by the end of 2026. With the introduction of these two lines, a significant increase in metro passengers is expected.

The DPR survey reveals that 26% of passengers will rely on two-wheelers, 12% on cars, 13% on auto-rickshaws, and 49% on public transport along the Yellow Line. Due to traffic congestion and the need to reach their destinations on time, it is likely that more people will opt for metro travel. This route is expected to serve many IT companies, leading to a higher frequency of cab services as well as increased usage of two-wheelers and cars.

The pending launch of the Nagasandra-Madavara metro extension reflects BMRCL's commitment to improving public transport in Bengaluru. This new service is anticipated to alleviate congestion and enhance connectivity for commuters. However, ongoing challenges, particularly regarding parking at interchange stations, must be addressed to ensure a smooth transition. As the city prepares for the Yellow Line launch and further metro expansions, collaboration between authorities will be essential to meet the growing transport needs of Bengaluru's residents.