Namma Bengaluru Metro

Almost 10 years after the foundation stone was laid, Namma Bengaluru Metro is operational. The 'Purple Line' of the Metro line from Nayandanahalli to Bayappanahalli is now ready.

My first feeling when I entered 'Attiguppe' station was "Wow". The stations were clean & view was nice and the train arrived exactly on time. Felt like, Namma Bengaluru now has something new, that is of world-class quality (apart from its IT exports, of course) to boast of. Inside the train, it was all very nice - escalators, Air conditioned bogies, automatic doors, LED screens to display the arriving station names & proper announcements before arrival of every station. The underground stations were even more beautiful.

I have noticed an old man who came in with his grandson, looking in awe at the Metro train. He may have been in Bengaluru ever since the erstwhile 'Garden City' aka 'Pensioner's paradise' became an IT hub and lost all its Green glory. But, it seemed that even he appreciates this new mode of transport, as much as anybody else.

One of my team mate who lives very near to Bayappanahalli station used to travel almost 3 hours everyday (to & fro) commute to office & was hence planning to check for a new job at a nearby place, is now one of the happiest - thanks to the Metro line till there. And for job seekers, it opens up a whole new lot of possibilities since many of the IT parks are now easily accessible. Also, for a change, there weren't any charges of corruption this time even though this being a very costly project.

Yes, the very beautiful MG Road was not so beautiful now & I miss those lovely trees which used to line-up the street. Nevertheless, I can now reach MG Road in less than 30 min from where I live. And yes, that metro line's sharp curve at Anil Kumble circle...aaah.. I love it. Hopefully, once more people start using the Metro train, there will be lesser vehicles on the road which may, in turn, reduce the pollution levels.

Coincidentally, my first ride in Metro train happened on May Day. A BIG 'Thank you' to all the people involved, who, with their tireless efforts made this happen.

Endharo Mahanubhavulu... Andhariki vandhanaalu.