Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, is all set to witness a major milestone in its public transportation journey. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the much-awaited Yellow Line of
Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, is all set to witness a major milestone in its public transportation journey. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the much-awaited Yellow Line of the Bengaluru Metro on August 10, 2025. This key infrastructure project, stretching 19.15 km from RV Road to Bommasandra, has been developed at a cost of ₹5,056.99 crore and is expected to benefit over 8 lakh daily commuters.
The Yellow Line is a crucial addition to Namma Metro’s expanding network, aimed at alleviating Bengaluru’s notorious traffic congestion, particularly at key bottlenecks like the Silk Board junction.
The Yellow Line comprises 16 strategically located stations, including hotspots such as RV Road, Silk Board, Electronic City, and Bommasandra—connecting southern and southeastern Bengaluru. This corridor is designed to reduce the dependency on road transport, offering a fast, efficient, and eco-friendly alternative.
The 19.15-km stretch will significantly improve connectivity between residential, commercial, and industrial areas. With expected daily ridership crossing 8 lakh, the Yellow Line is projected to reduce traffic on key arterial roads and enhance commuting comfort.
BJP MP and Bengaluru South representative Tejasvi Surya, while announcing the inauguration, expressed his gratitude to PM Modi for his commitment to Bengaluru’s infrastructure. “On behalf of all people of Bengaluru, I thank the PM for always prioritising the infrastructure development of our city,” Surya posted on social media platform X.
He also mentioned that public transport is the only sustainable solution to the city’s traffic woes. The Yellow Line, originally expected to open by August 15, will now be inaugurated ahead of schedule on August 10—thanks to a personal push by the Prime Minister himself to expedite the work and avoid further delays.
In a significant move to boost Bengaluru’s metro network further, Prime Minister Modi will also lay the foundation stone for Phase 3 of the metro project on the same day. This phase will add an additional 44.65 km of metro tracks at an estimated cost of ₹15,611 crore.
Phase 3 is aimed at expanding the reach of the metro to more residential zones and underserved areas, reducing road congestion, travel time, and pollution. The detailed project report for Phase 3 has already been approved, and work is expected to commence soon after the official inauguration.
The addition of the Yellow Line aligns with the broader national agenda of promoting public transportation and reducing carbon footprints in urban areas. With Bengaluru struggling under the weight of ever-growing vehicle numbers, enhanced metro connectivity is viewed as a long-term solution.
Experts believe the Yellow Line will not only boost last-mile connectivity but also catalyze commercial development along the corridor. Real estate, employment hubs, and tech parks along this route are expected to benefit from improved accessibility.
The announcement has sparked excitement among Bengaluru residents. Local citizens and tech professionals who travel long distances daily are optimistic that the new line will reduce their commute burden and bring much-needed relief.
Urban planners and civic experts have hailed the inauguration as a step in the right direction. They are hopeful that with sustained government support, metro coverage across the city will grow at a faster pace in the coming years.
The inauguration of the Yellow Line marks a pivotal moment in Bengaluru’s infrastructure development story. With the proactive involvement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and focused efforts from both state and central governments, the city is moving towards a smarter, greener, and more connected future.
As Bengaluru continues to grow, the expansion of mass transit systems like the metro will play a critical role in shaping its urban landscape. The Yellow Line is not just a new metro route—it’s a promise of better days ahead for millions of daily commuters.
FAQs
The Yellow Line Metro will be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on August 10, 2025.
The Yellow Line spans 19.15 km and has been constructed at a cost of ₹5,056.99 crore.
It will connect RV Road to Bommasandra, including key stops like Silk Board and Electronic City.
There are 16 stations along the Yellow Line route.
Phase 3 will add 44.65 km of metro lines, improving overall connectivity and helping decongest more parts of the city.
