Namma Metro Pink Line & Bannerghatta Expansion: Transforming South Bangalore Commutes
South Bangalore is witnessing a massive transit transformation with the rollout of Namma Metro’s Pink Line (Reach 6). Spanning 21.26 km from Kalena Agrahara on Bannerghatta Road to Nagawara in the North, this transit corridor is engineered to slash commute times, de-congest major road arteries, and elevate life across Bannerghatta Road, JP Nagar, and Off-Bannerghatta corridors.
- Total Length: 21.26 km (7.5 km Elevated | 13.76 km Underground)
- Total Stations: 18 Stations
- Key Corridor: Bannerghatta Road → Jayadeva → MG Road → Nagawara
- Major Interchanges: Jayadeva Hospital (Yellow Line) & MG Road (Purple Line)
1. Pink Line Stations & Bannerghatta Road Alignment
The Pink Line begins on Bannerghatta Road and moves northward. The Phase 1 Elevated Stretch (7.5 km) directly serves the Bannerghatta residential hub before dipping underground at Dairy Circle.
Station Breakdown:
| Station Name | Type | Key Catchment & Connectivity Benefits |
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| Kalena Agrahara | Elevated | Southern terminus serving Gottigere, Bannerghatta Road residential pockets, and Off-Bannerghatta road developments. |
| Hulimavu | Elevated | Serves Royal Meenakshi Mall, dense residential towers, and connecting arterial roads. |
| IIMB | Elevated | Direct access to IIM Bangalore, Bilekahalli, and surrounding tech zones. |
| JP Nagar 4th Phase | Elevated | Serves JP Nagar residential blocks and commercial high-streets. |
| Jayadeva Hospital | Elevated (Interchange) | Major multi-level interchange connecting Pink Line with the Yellow Line (RV Road ↔ Electronic City ↔ Bommasandra). |
| Tavarekere | Elevated | Serves BTM Layout and central Bannerghatta Road hubs. |
| Dairy Circle to Nagawara (12 Stations) | Underground | Runs through MG Road (Purple Line Interchange), Shivajinagar, Cantonment, up to Nagawara (Future Blue Line Airport Interchange). |
2. Visual Route & Interline Metro Connectivity
The strength of Bangalore’s metro lies in its interchange network. Here is how the Pink Line intersects with the Green and Yellow lines serving JP Nagar, Anjanapura, and Electronic City:
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NAMMA METRO SOUTH BENGALURU INTEGRATED MAP
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[ GREEN LINE ] (North-South Corridor)
Madavara <---> Yelachenahalli <---> [ Anjanapura / Silk Institute ]
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[ RV Road Interchange ] <--- (Connects Green & Yellow Line)
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+---> [ YELLOW LINE ]
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+--> [ Jayadeva Hospital Interchange ] <--- (Connects Yellow & Pink Line)
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[ PINK LINE CORRIDOR ]
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+----------+----------+
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[ Tavarekere ] [ JP Nagar 4th Phase ]
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[ IIM-B ]
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[ Hulimavu ]
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[ Kalena Agrahara Terminal ]
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(Bannerghatta Road Corridor)
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===> ADARSH URBAN HEIGHTS <===
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Seamless Multi-Line Travel Options:
- Connecting to JP Nagar & Anjanapura (Green Line): Passengers traveling from Silk Institute/Anjanapura on the Green Line can switch to the Yellow Line at RV Road Station, then connect to the Pink Line at Jayadeva Hospital. Alternatively, feeder buses and short arterial roads link Off-Bannerghatta Road directly to JP Nagar Phase 6/8 and Silk Institute.
- Connecting to Electronic City (Yellow Line): Change at Jayadeva Interchange to reach Central Silk Board, HSR Layout, and Electronic City Phase 1 & 2 in under 20 minutes.
- Connecting to Central & East Bangalore (Purple Line): Travel north on the Pink Line straight to MG Road Underground Station to switch to the Purple Line toward Indiranagar, Trinity, or Whitefield.
3. Direct Impact on Adarsh Urban Heights
For residents and home seekers, infrastructure drives real quality of life and long-term asset appreciation. The Pink Line expansion serves as a game-changer for premium developments along this growth belt.
Specifically, Adarsh Urban Heights gains immense advantages from this upgraded transit corridor:
- Proximity to Metro Terminus: Located conveniently off Bannerghatta Road, residents of Adarsh Urban Heights enjoy rapid access to the Kalena Agrahara Metro Station.
- Effortless Work-to-Home Commutes: Key employment hubs like Meenakshi Mall business parks, IIM-B area, Vega City, and Electronic City IT parks are now within seamless travel distance.
- Strategic Location Synergy: As detailed on the Adarsh Urban Heights Location Page, the project sits at the convergence of prime residential serenity and high-speed urban connectivity, making daily commutes hassle-free while protecting property value.
4. Future Expansion Plans
The Pink Line isn't stopping here. Future transit Master Plans for Bangalore Metro Phase 3 & 3B include:
- Southern Extension: Feasibility studies for extending the Pink Line beyond Kalena Agrahara further down Bannerghatta Road toward Jigani industrial area.
- Northern Airport Link: The underground Pink Line terminates at Nagawara, where it directly integrates with the Blue Line (ORR-Airport Line), providing a smooth two-line metro link from Bannerghatta Road straight to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR).