Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bengaluru on Sunday to unveil a series of large-scale infrastructure projects aimed at transforming the city’s public transport landscape. His visit marked the inauguration of the Yellow Line of Namma Metro, the launch of three new Vande Bharat Express trains, and the laying of the foundation stone for Metro Phase-3.

#WATCH | Bengaluru | Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertakes a metro ride from RV Road (Ragigudda) to Electronic City metro station via the Yellow line that PM Modi inaugurated earlier today.

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Three New Vande Bharat Trains Flagged Off

Kicking off his visit at the KSR Bengaluru Railway Station, PM Modi flagged off three Vande Bharat Express trains. These include the Bengaluru–Belagavi, Nagpur (Ajni)–Pune, and Amritsar–Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra services. While the Bengaluru train was flagged off in person, the other two were launched virtually.

With this addition, India now operates 150 Vande Bharat trains. Karnataka’s count has risen to 11, while Maharashtra, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir also expanded their high-speed rail network. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah were present at the event.

Yellow Line of Namma Metro Now Operational

The Prime Minister then inaugurated the much-awaited Yellow Line of Bengaluru’s Namma Metro. Stretching 19 km from RV Road (Ragigudda) to Bommasandra, the new line includes 16 stations and connects important residential, industrial, and IT hubs across southern Bengaluru.

Built under Metro Phase-2 at a cost of around ₹7,160 crore, the line significantly improves urban mobility. PM Modi also took a metro ride from RV Road to Electronic City, one of Bengaluru’s busiest tech corridors.

Foundation Stone Laid for Metro Phase-3

Taking Bengaluru’s metro development further, PM Modi laid the foundation stone for Phase-3 of the project. With a budget of ₹15,610 crore, the phase will add 44 km of elevated track and 31 stations, expanding the city’s metro network to reduce traffic congestion and improve commuter experience.

The Yellow Line will cut peak-hour travel to Electronic City by about half, from 1.5-2 hours by road to roughly 45 minutes.

List of Yellow Line Stations

1. RV Road – interchange with Green Line

2. Ragigudda

3. Jayadeva Hospital – future interchange with Pink Line, possibly the tallest station

4. BTM Layout

5. Central Silk Board

6. HSR Layout

7. Oxford College

8. Hongasandra

9. Kudlu Gate

10. Singasandra

11. Hosa Road

12. Electronic City-I

13. Konappana Agrahara

14. Huskur Road

15. Hebbagodi

16. Bommasandra

PM Modi Addresses Public Gathering

Concluding his visit, PM Modi addressed a public meeting, emphasizing the government’s commitment to building world-class urban infrastructure. He praised Bengaluru’s role as a tech hub and stressed the importance of modern transport systems in enhancing the quality of life and supporting economic growth.

In a post on X ahead of his visit, PM Modi wrote, “Look forward to being among the people of Bengaluru tomorrow, August 10. From the KSR Railway Station, 3 Vande Bharat Express trains will be flagged off which will enhance connectivity. In a boost for Bengaluru’s urban infrastructure, Yellow Line of Bengaluru Metro will be inaugurated. The foundation stone of the Bengaluru Metro Phase-3 will be laid. Will also be addressing a public programme in the city.”