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Bengaluru Namma Metro Update: In a major update, the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) stated that the much-awaited Blue Line of the Namma Metro is likely to begin operation in 2027. The Blue Line will connect Central Silk Board to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), two of the key areas of Bengaluru. The metro line will provide convenience to thousands of commuters of multiple regions by cutting the travel time and reducing traffic congestion. Apart from this, it will also benefit the air travellers by directly connecting several parts of the city to the airport.

While the proposed metro route will eliminate several traffic-related issues of the city, its deadline has been delayed several times, leading to frustration among the residents. The BMRCL stated that the 58.19-km Blue Line is split into two phases: Silk Board to KR Puram, 19.75 km, and KR Puram to Airport, 38.44 km. The authority stated that the metro line will cut through some of the busiest routes of the city, including Outer Ring Road.

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The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the route was submitted back in 2016 and got the approval in 2017 and 2019. However, the construction could only commence in the later months of 2021 due to COVID and other reasons, with December 2024 as the deadline. However, the route has witnessed multiple delays due to multiple reasons, leading to the frustration. While providing details, the BMRCL stated that the operation on the second phase is likely to begin in 2027.

Apart from this, BMRCL is soon likely to extend the Yellow Line services to Attibele, and the authority has reportedly already sent the proposal to the central government. While providing details, Anekal MLA B Shivanna stated that the Karnataka government has already given the permission for the extension, adding that the BMRCL is waiting for the approval from the central government. 

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