The Bangalore Yellow Line connects RV Road to Bommasandra through 16 stations, cutting commute times and boosting Bengaluru’s economy, real estate, and sustainability goals.
Historic Launch of the Bangalore Yellow Line
On August 10, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the long-awaited Bangalore Yellow Line, marking one of the most significant milestones in Bengaluru’s transportation history. Commercial operations began the very next day, instantly expanding Namma Metro’s reach and offering a fast, reliable, and modern travel solution for lakhs of daily commuters.
Covering 19 kilometers entirely on elevated tracks, the Bangalore Yellow Line links RV Road in the south to Bommasandra in the industrial southeast, featuring 16 operational stations from day one. This new corridor is expected to drastically ease congestion along major routes like Hosur Road and Outer Ring Road.
Key Connectivity and Strategic Importance
The Bangalore Yellow Line is more than a metro extension—it’s a lifeline for both residents and businesses.
Residential Zones: HSR Layout, BTM Layout, Singasandra, and Kudlu Gate now have faster, dependable public transit.
Economic Hubs: Direct access to Electronic City and the Bommasandra Industrial Belt benefits companies like Infosys, Biocon, and TCS.
Traffic Relief Points: The notorious Silk Board Junction, infamous for rush-hour gridlock, is expected to see substantial improvement.
It also features strategic interchanges:
RV Road (Green Line) for north-south connectivity.
Jayadeva Hospital (Pink Line, under construction)—Set to be India’s tallest metro station.
Central Silk Board (Blue Line, under construction)—Future gateway for Outer Ring Road commuters.
Operations and Passenger Benefits
From the outset, the Bangalore Yellow Line has operated daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with trains every 25 minutes. Frequency will improve later in 2025 as more trainsets are introduced.
With a full capacity of 800,000 passengers daily, the line reduces what was once a 90-minute road journey between RV Road and Bommasandra to just 35 minutes, delivering huge time savings for daily commuters.
Economic and Environmental Advantages
The Bangalore Yellow Line offers benefits far beyond convenience:
Traffic Reduction: Less pressure on Hosur Road and Outer Ring Road during peak hours.
Property Value Rise: Analysts expect a 6–8% increase in real estate prices in areas like Bommasandra, Kudlu, and HSR Layout within the first year.
Corporate Productivity: Reliable metro access improves employee punctuality and reduces travel fatigue.
Green Impact: Less reliance on personal vehicles means lower fuel consumption and reduced carbon emissions, aligning with Bengaluru’s sustainability targets.
Bigger Vision for Namma Metro
With the Bangalore Yellow Line, Namma Metro’s network now extends over 96 kilometers, making it the second-longest in India after the Delhi Metro. It strengthens Bengaluru’s long-term plan for an integrated, citywide rapid transit system, connecting seamlessly with the upcoming Pink and Blue Lines.
In the future:
Train frequency will be increased for smoother service.
Interchange stations will unlock greater cross-city connectivity.
Transit-oriented development will rise along the corridor, driving commercial and residential growth.
Conclusion:
The Bangalore Yellow Line is more than a metro project—it’s a blueprint for urban transformation. By connecting homes, offices, industrial zones, and educational institutions, it directly addresses the city’s chronic traffic and long commute issues. Early usage trends indicate that it will quickly become the preferred choice for lakhs of Bengaluru residents, setting a new standard for public transport in the city.
The Bangalore Yellow Line represents a turning point in Bengaluru’s journey toward becoming a modern, connected, and sustainable metropolis. It is not just about faster travel—it is about reimagining how the city functions, grows, and thrives. By linking key residential areas with IT hubs, industrial belts, hospitals, and educational institutions, it integrates people’s daily lives into a seamless transport experience. Over time, it is expected to drive new business opportunities, reshape real estate landscapes, and contribute to cleaner air and reduced congestion. In every sense, the Bangalore Yellow Line is the pulse of Bengaluru’s next chapter in urban mobility.
