BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): To improve the passenger experience and facilitate mobile connectivity for the commuters of the Namma Metro, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and ACES India Private Limited (a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Saudi Arabia–based ACES) entered a strategic partnership on 14 July 2025.
The agreement has been executed for a duration of 13 years. Under the terms of this agreement, ACES India Private Limited will lease designated premises from Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to deploy, operate, and maintain high-speed 4G/5G telecom infrastructure across both elevated and underground sections of the metro network.
The scope of work includes the installation of In-Building Solutions (IBS), Base Transceiver Stations (BTS), cellular towers, and telecom poles at metro stations located along the Four Extensions of Phase I and Reach-5 and Reach-6 corridors of Phase II. This infrastructure will be implemented using a neutral-host model, enabling multiple telecom service providers to deliver uninterrupted mobile voice and data services within metro premises, including stations, concourses, and tunnels.
On this partnership, Maheshwar Rao, MD BMRCL, said, “This partnership is yet another step towards delivering future-ready mobility solutions while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency in our services. The new telecom infrastructure will support multiple mobile network operators, facilitate the efficient use of space, minimise duplication, reduce deployment costs, and enable the faster rollout of advanced 4G/5G mobile services. Commuters across these corridors can expect uninterrupted connectivity during their metro journeys.”
This initiative forms an integral part of BMRCL’s broader non-fare revenue generation strategy, which aims to optimise operational resources by using underutilised station infrastructure for the commercial deployment of telecom assets. By monetising access to its premises for high-speed connectivity solutions, BMRCL seeks to enhance service quality for commuters while ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
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