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Bengaluru’s Pink Line Metro ready to roll: Trials, trains, timelines and more

TOI City Desk
| TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Mar 23, 2026, 19:24 IST
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RDSO Trials to Begin Soon

The Pink Line will undergo mandatory Research Designs and Standards Organisation trials before public commissioning, ensuring safety and operational compliance.

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Trial Timeline and Formalities

RDSO inspection could start by month-end and is expected to take at least two weeks to complete all formalities

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Mandatory Safety and Performance Checks

RDSO tests assess metro trains and infrastructure for safety, performance, and operational standards before allowing public operations across India.

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Pink Line Corridor Overview

The 21km Namma Metro Pink Line includes a 13km underground section between Dairy Circle and Nagawara for efficient city connectivity.

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Elevated Stretch Targeted for Mid-2026

The elevated section from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere is expected to open by mid-2026, ahead of the full corridor’s completion.

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Full Corridor Completion by December 2026

While parts of the Pink Line will start operating mid-year, the entire 21km stretch is slated for public use by December 2026.

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Trainsets Delivered and Initial Operations

Four trainsets have been delivered by BEML, with 4-5 trainsets expected to operate initially on the elevated section of the Pink Line.

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