
Bengaluru's Namma Metro network is set to expand with the opening of the elevated section of the Pink Line on November 14, 2026. The new 7.5-kilometre stretch will connect Kalena Agrahara with SG Palya (formerly Tavarekere), improving metro connectivity across parts of South Bengaluru.
The Pink Line will add six stations to the city's operational metro network and provide an interchange with the Yellow Line at Jayadeva Hospital. The launch is expected to make daily travel easier for commuters travelling along Bannerghatta Road and nearby residential and commercial areas.
Here is everything you need to know about the Bengaluru Pink Line Metro route, stations, opening date, timings, train frequency and interchange facilities.
The elevated section of Bengaluru's Pink Line is scheduled to be inaugurated on November 13, 2026, with passenger services expected to begin at 6:00 AM on November 14, 2026.
The 7.5-kilometre corridor has been developed at an estimated cost of ₹3,470 crore. Once operational, it will increase Bengaluru Metro's total operational network from approximately 96.1 km to 103.6 km.
The Pink Line is part of Namma Metro's Phase 2 project and will eventually connect Kalena Agrahara in South Bengaluru with Nagawara in the north.
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The first operational section will run between Kalena Agrahara and SG Palya, covering approximately 7.5 km along the elevated corridor.
The route will improve access to important locations such as Hulimavu, the IIM Bangalore area, JP Nagar and Jayadeva Hospital.
The full Pink Line corridor will cover approximately 21.26 km, including both elevated and underground sections.
Route section | Distance | Status |
|---|---|---|
Kalena Agrahara – SG Palya | 7.5 km | Opening November 14, 2026 |
SG Palya – Nagawara | Approximately 13.75 km | Under construction |
Full Pink Line | 21.26 km | Expected completion in 2027 |
The elevated section will have six stations. Three station names were recently updated following approval from the Union Government.
The six stations are:
Kalena Agrahara
Hulimavu
Bilekahalli-IIMB
NS Palya-JP Nagar 4th Phase
Jayadeva Hospital
SG Palya
These stations will provide metro access to residential neighbourhoods, educational institutions, hospitals and commercial areas in South Bengaluru.
The remaining underground section will extend towards Nagawara and include 12 stations:
Dairy Circle
Lakkasandra
Langford Town
National Military School
MG Road
Shivaji Nagar
Cantonment
Pottery Town
Tannery Road
Venkateshpura
Kadugundanahalli
Nagawara
Once the underground section becomes operational, passengers will be able to travel across the complete Pink Line corridor between Kalena Agrahara and Nagawara.
Passenger services on the elevated section are expected to start at 6:00 AM on November 14, 2026.
Initially, trains are expected to operate at intervals of approximately eight minutes. Five trains have been allocated for the service, with four operating regularly and one kept on standby.
Service detail | Information |
|---|---|
Passenger service opening | November 14, 2026 |
First service | 6:00 AM |
Initial train frequency | Every 8 minutes |
Trains allocated | 5 |
Regular operational trains | 4 |
Standby train | 1 |
The exact first and last train timings, as well as the complete daily timetable, should be checked through official Namma Metro announcements before travelling.
One of the important advantages of the new Pink Line section is its interchange facility with the existing metro network.
Jayadeva Hospital – Yellow Line interchange
Jayadeva Hospital station will connect the Pink Line with the Yellow Line. This will help commuters access the Electronic City corridor and other destinations served by the Yellow Line.
MG Road – Purple Line interchange
Once the underground section opens, passengers will be able to interchange with the Purple Line at MG Road station. This will improve connectivity to several important areas across Bengaluru.
The fare for travelling on the newly opened elevated Pink Line section has not yet been officially announced as of November 13, 2026.
Passengers should check the latest fare information through Namma Metro's official channels before planning their journey.
The Pink Line is expected to improve public transport connectivity in South Bengaluru, particularly for people travelling along Bannerghatta Road and nearby areas.
Some of its key benefits include:
Better connectivity: Provides metro access to residential and commercial areas in South Bengaluru.
Faster interchange: Connects with the Yellow Line at Jayadeva Hospital.
Reduced road dependency: Offers another commuting option for people who regularly travel by road.
Access to key destinations: Improves connectivity to the IIM Bangalore area, Hulimavu and JP Nagar.
Expanded metro network: Takes Bengaluru's operational metro network beyond 100 km.
1. When will Bengaluru Pink Line Metro open?
The elevated section is scheduled to be inaugurated on November 13, 2026. Passenger services are expected to begin at 6:00 AM on November 14, 2026.
2. What is the route of Bengaluru Pink Line Metro?
The first operational stretch will run between Kalena Agrahara and SG Palya, covering approximately 7.5 km.
3. How many stations are there on the elevated Pink Line?
The elevated section has six stations: Kalena Agrahara, Hulimavu, Bilekahalli-IIMB, NS Palya-JP Nagar 4th Phase, Jayadeva Hospital and SG Palya.
4. What is the train frequency on the Pink Line?
Trains are expected to operate every eight minutes initially.
5. Where can passengers interchange between the Pink Line and Yellow Line?
Passengers can interchange between the Pink Line and Yellow Line at Jayadeva Hospital station.
6. When will the full Bengaluru Pink Line become operational?
The remaining underground section towards Nagawara is targeted for completion in 2027.
The opening of Bengaluru's Pink Line elevated section on November 14, 2026, will be an important milestone for the city's metro network. With six stations, an initial train frequency of eight minutes and an interchange with the Yellow Line, the new corridor is expected to improve daily commuting across South Bengaluru.
Once the underground section towards Nagawara is completed, the full 21.26-km Pink Line will provide a more extensive north-south metro connection across Bengaluru.
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