BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): The Bangalore Metro Phase 2 is advancing as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has commenced third rail testing, a critical electrification trial that energises locomotives on the elevated segment of the Pink Line. This testing is currently underway on the Pink Line’s section between Jayadeva and Tavarekere metro stations.
The Pink Line of Bangalore Metro is an under-construction metro corridor spanning 21.386 km between Kalena Agaraha and Nagawara through 18 stations.
These tests signal the initial preparations required for commissioning the Kalena Agrahara – Nagawara stretch. The testing of the third rail is currently being carried out on the elevated section of the Pink Line. In line with safety protocols, BMRCL has released a public advisory urging people to stay away from the viaduct areas to prevent unauthorised access during the testing period.
A BMRCL official has indicated that once the third rail testing is completed, the next stage will include signal system validation, telecommunication trials, and loading tests.
These technical assessments are projected to take approximately four months. Once concluded, safety inspection reports will be submitted to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). The CRS will provide the final nod for commercial operations only after a thorough review of the reports.
These technical evaluations are anticipated to require approximately four months. Upon their completion, safety inspection reports will be submitted to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), who will grant final approval for commercial operations after a thorough review of the reports.
The Pink Line of Bangalore Metro is being launched in two phases.
| Pink Line | Route | Length | Station |
| Phase 1 | Kalena Agrahara- Tavarekere | 7.5-km | 6 Stations |
| Phase 2 | Dairy Circle – Nagawara | 13.76-km | 12 Stations |
