โก๏ธI am done with my first ride of 42.17 KM. Awesome ๐
โขStarted at
#Whitefield
: 7:16 AM
โขArrived BYPL at 7:44
โขMG Road 7:55
โขMajestic 8:04
โขKengeri 8:32
โขChallaghatta 8:36
Total journey time: 80 min
Total Fare: โน57
โขHowโs your ride going on! Share your experience here
โขNo littering
โขNo spitting (Bolo Zubaan Kesari)
โข8-Year Old underground Metro Station ๐ superbly maintained
โขLove and respect to those Two Women performing their duties to keep the station Neat and Clean - I know there are hundreds of such dedicated staff ๐๐
#NammaMetro
TOMORROW, I am going from Whitefield to Challaghatta without getting down at KR Pura and without depending on Feeder Bus and without climbing Baiyappanahalli FOB.
#PurpleLine
#Bangalore
Itโs just 4 minutes from
#KRPura
to
#Baiyappanahalli
โขJust 4 minutes Like breeze
โขThat pain of getting down at KJM,catching Feeder bus, FOB at BYP,long walk. All that is gone.
โขYou are going to save good 35-40 minutes here itself.
(These are old pics, please note)
12 KM is the nearest Metro ๐ station from the place where I reside.
Another few days from here, the nearest station is going to be less than 500 Metres๐. 2/3 minutes walk - it's that close. Not just that, 4 Metro stations are at a walkable distance ๐ฅณ
What a relief! Excited
My first ride in
#Whitefield
Metro train on 26-03-2023 ๐. It's just awesome ๐. From seeing ITD Cem rig machines doing the piling work to travelling in a Metro train, it's a memorable ride ๐๐. How many of you are taking a ride today? You may add your pics in this thread ๐
#BlueLine
pics from ORR at ISRO jn, Google/Bagmane and KR Pura
#SNC
- the surprise package of Metro works has literally stunned everyone with the pace of work. Brilliant.
#Bangalore
@TheMetroRailGuy
๐ฅณ๐ฅณThere it is!
Finally, Purple Line train doing its maiden trial run between Baiyappanahalli & KR Puram. With this development, no doubt full line operations by August end isn't an issue anymore. VC: Pooja Bandu
Paying highest Power Bill in my life, thank you so much!
It was showing -60 and -35 since 5 days, finally the number has been settled at Rs 4,185. 60-65% more than what I have been paying till now. Thanks again ๐
#Bangalore
#Karnataka
Absolutely Right Sir!
Now, it's the turn of Ministers to set an example by saying "NO" to 33 Innova Hycross MPVs which will cost the exchequer about Rs 10,00,00,000!
All Ministers using Public Transport will be a treat to the eyes! We have lovely
#BMTC
buses and
#NammaMetro
Legendary Cricketer Sri
@anilkumble1074
sets an inspiring example by using BMTC Volvo Bus from the airport.
Let's all follow his lead and support public transport for a greener and more sustainable city.
BMTC is committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and affordable
How many of you are waiting to see this happen soon!?
So, by next month end all the Stations๐ on Purple Line will have the boards displaying โTowards Whitefieldโ ๐
#NammaMetro
#Bangalore
๐งCompleted spans at ISRO junction on Outer Ring Road. These guys have been super impressive from Day 1, awesome
#SNC
๐
PC: Twitter friend
#BlueLine
โ๏ธ
#Bangalore
So eagerly waiting to see tomorrowโs footfall on
#Bangalore
โs
#NammaMetro
Oct 9th, Monday Morning - give rest to your Cars and switch to Metro and feel the difference. I am pretty sure the freshness will still be there even when you reach home in the evening.
Letโs do that!
4 Major Public Transports at One spot -
#Majestic
! Which other City has this kind of access in extremely close proximity!?
โขKSRTC
โขBMTC
โขIndian Railways
โขNammaMetro
#Bangalore
When you own a Big house ๐ก, Wide footpath comes as a Bonus for parking. Pedestrians can anyhow sneak through the narrow highlighted path (RED). Good set of vehicles btw!
๐Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi
@blrcitytraffic
@basvanguditrfps
10 times DANGEROUS โก than a pothole - Heavy concrete and Iron slab that is well above the road level. Except for a heavy vehicle, any other vehicle will just topple. Bikes and autos should be very careful.
Please get this fixed Sir.
โขJust opp ITPL main gate
How unknowingly time flies!!
We are in
#October
now, and everyone who has been so patient for 5 months should be really appreciated.
What should have been a seamless journey from
#Whitefield
to
#Kengeri
in a single train ended up as Metro-Walk-Bus-Walk-and catch a Metro again
What's cooking!!
Footpaths getting touch ups, medians getting painted, Spotted Traffic Police at multiple points managing traffic - lot of activity. A bit unusual today - indications of something special I feel. Let's see
- ITPL Main Road, Whitefield.
#SNC
- You Beauty! ๐
โขMetro works debut and this is the best way to create an unforgettable impression. Literally surprised everyone who closely track Metro works.
โขPic 1: Google Rio & Bagmane
๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝ๏ฟฝPic 2:
#ISRO
Jn to Kalamandir
#BlueLine
โ๏ธ
@TheMetroRailGuy
PC: Twitter Friend
Full marks to the staff maintaining the FOB connecting
#NammaMetro
and Indian Railways Stations ๐
High number of commuters use this space, yet, itโs so clean and well maintained even in the late night.
Great Job ๐
@OfficialBMRCL
@drmsbc
@SWRRLY
On a Terrible day like today, KJM-BYP Metro would have played big part in bringing relief! After getting green signal from
#CMRS
, political big heads should have been quick to take right decisions. Wake up please.
@siddaramaiah
@DKShivakumar
@PriyankKharge
PC: MTF Mobility
THERE YOU GO ๐ถโโ๏ธ ๐ถโโ๏ธ ๐ถโโ๏ธโฆ.
#KRPura
Skywalk ๐ ๐
โขJust walked out of Metro Station ๐ towards Railway Station without having to bother about the mad traffic. What a relief!!
Not sure about official date of inauguration, but people are already using it. ๐
@TheMetroRailGuy
Attended Friendโs House warming ceremony in Varthur. Was told itโs a 3200+ units project. Some 5-6% flats are currently occupied (per my observation)
The entire time I spent there - my only thoughts were โHow are they going to manage H2oโ!
#Bangalore
One of those cute boys responsible for delay in full line operations.
Time to forgive him, only Love today.
View from Metro train
Good Morning
#OWG
(Open Web Girder)
All it took was 2 minutes from Benniganahalli to BYP
I invest my valuable Time, Energy, Money - and most importantly it's my hobby to capture & update the Metro activities.
๐คทAnd a reputed Newspaper casually uses my pics without even taking my consent. I don't need any Pic Credits - but at least act responsibly by informing.
๐ง Last few segments and the Final Span at Benniganahalli flyover is done. WFD- BYP and further till Kengeri to be a reality without much delay from here. 4 months is more than enough.
#Bangalore
#PurpleLine
โก๏ธTHERE YOU GO
โขThe missing link connection is getting updated from end to end (on route map)
โขGet ready for
#PurpleLine
full strech Metro ride, like I mentioned in earlier tweets, we are almost there!
#Whitefield
-
#Challaghatta
@TheMetroRailGuy
๐Kadugodi Tree Park
โก๏ธThe Missing link -
#Benniganahalli
Metro Station thatโs finally getting connected in a month! Takes a turn majestically over here at TIN Factory to head towards Baiyappanahalli. Get ready for an uninterrupted 42.53KM Metro ride from Whitefield ๐
#PurpleLine
#Bangalore
#STRR
I donโt have to check Google maps for traffic anymore if I have to go towards BLR Airport or Devanahalli side from Whitefield. Not even going via KR Pura/Hebbal/Hennur/Budhigere
This
#STRR
via Hoskote toll gate is simply superb ๐๐. Excellent Road and very scenic.
#Bangalore
's T2 is just WOW - by now most people are aware of this. And if you are a fan of "Superstructures" program on National Geographic channel, you may watch 'The Making of T2 Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru" on Dec 21 @ 7PM
@BLRAirport
I just recharged my Metro Card for tomorrowโs ride. So many lovely replies (including trolls and abusive messages), will try my best to shower my blessings on them also! This platform is teaching new things everyday ๐๐. Cheers
#PurpleLine
#Bangalore
There it is!!
Whitefield to Challaghatta โ-> โน57
โขRoute and Ticket fare has been updated on Paytm.
#PurpleLine
โขFew hours away from taking first ride ๐
โก๏ธFor the first time, got a feeling that I am losing track [I accept that] by getting into things that I normally used to stay away from. Need to regain my focus, taking a few days break from X
Will be back with
#YellowLine
and
#PinkLine
updates.
Enjoy your Metro rides!
๐THERE YOU GO!
#CMRS
inspection is all set to happen today (BYP-KRP) and tomorrow between Kengeri and Challaghatta.
@TheMetroRailGuy
We are just days away from full line operations. Buckle up folks.
These are last weekโs pictures of BMRCL inspection.
#Bangalore
#PurpleLine
Worldโs Longest Tunnel Highway Network proposed in
#Bangalore
to ease City Roads!!
What's your opinion Bangaloreans? What do you think!
-Pic and article from Times Now
Phoenix Mall + Sunday + Mad rush + Parking Full (Cars) is a deadly combination. For a change, give rest to your vehicles today and try
#WhitefieldMetro
. You will surely enjoy the hassle-free journey. For people around Whitefield, it's even more convenient.
โก๏ธBeautiful Shot
#SilkBoard
โขLine coming from left is from EC and the station is
#SilkBoard
#YellowLine
โขExisting flyover is clearly visible
โขTo the right (Blue roof) is Bus Station
โขAnd the flyover (u/c) you see is where it starts descending and heads towards HSR/Mโhalli
โ๏ธ Undoubtedly the heaviest rain of the year! Literally pouring down here in Whitefield,
#Bangalore
. Hello Lakes ๐ฆ
Raining in your area too!?
Heavy thunders and lightening as well, stay safe. Picture shared by a follower (and not todayโs pic).
#BangaloreRains
โก๏ธAnother trial run at the other end of
#Purpleline
First trial run between
#Kengeri
&
#Challaghatta
metro ๐ has been successfully completed today. With that, we heard 2 good news this week. One month away from a very comfortable journey!
#Bangalore
#YellowLine
โขGlimpses of Jayadeva flyover and Double decker flyover at BTM and near Jayanagar from 2019/20
โขSince the Line is in much advanced stage (should have been operational by now), will cover selective places including these spots in coming days.
โขWill update ๐
โก๏ธ๐ฅณThe news that we all have been waiting for is finally here! Trial runs to begin from 22/08 and the inauguration is likely to happen by August end.
So, get ready to take a ride from
#Whitefield
to Challagatta. East ๐ West ๐
#PurpleLine
#Bangalore
@TheMetroRailGuy
4๏ธโฃ Days to go!! And on the next day after inauguration, we will see Metro ๐ running in and around
#Whitefield
. โขI am ready with my Metro Card, not even thinking about ๐ต ๐ to reach any of the stations (full survey done on parking facility๐)
๐The Den Hotel, ITPL, Whitefield
Superstarโs surprise visit to Jayanagar
#BMTC
depot on
29-Sep-2023 was just unearthed on 29-Aug-2023. Here is a special ticket on this rare occasion
#Rajinikanth
#Bangalore
#BMTC
Pic 2 PC: Christin
โก๏ธThese are the (Most LIKELY) dates:
6th October - Inauguration
7th October - Services open for Public
We will get to know Officially by tomorrow. Waited for a long time so patiently, we are almost there now!!
#PurpleLine
#Bangalore
@ChristinMP_
@NammaBengaluroo
Alerted
@wftrps
4 weeks ago regarding footpath encroachment by GR Tech park, damaging footpath by fixing heavy Iron structure! NO action was not taken and the End result is this - they silently Cut the 25+ Trees ๐ฒ on footpath.
@BBMPCOMM
@BbmpEast
@DKShivakumar
@osd_cmkarnataka
Sir, Please follow same Rules, show same power and intent on this Tech Park that your team normally does in case of Footpath vendors and hawkers! After all Rules should be same for everyone.
โขClear Violation by Encroaching Footpath on ITPL Main Road. Look at the kind of
Toughest thing on Social Media is dealing with Keyboard Warriors. Ignored that negligible section in the past & will continue to ignore. They too need some fun ๐. Will just continue doing what I Love to do. Thought about a longer break & start with Yellow&Pink, but it's Blue!
#YellowLine
Metro Stations ๐
โขEvery ๐ on this stretch looks like a photocopy of the other!
โขAll the stations are at same height along the EC Flyover which makes it tough to identify the station name unless you are well versed with this area.
#Bangalore
@TheMetroRailGuy
Aston Martin ๐
Spotted this car in Whitefield, Bangalore.
โขDL03C0040TC001
I have never seen a vehicle registration number like this, I hope this is not Driving Licence number ๐
Anyone knows if this is a valid number?!
While people are waiting in huge numbers for Metro Feeder buses at KR Puram, situation at
#Baiyappanahalli
is equally worse (every day)! Look at the tired faces of people taking FOB & heading to other parts of City in Metro!
Solution is pretty simple
#StartPurpleLineOperations
โก๏ธOnce the 2.1 KM BYP - KRP and 1.9KM Kengeri- Challaghatta sections are opened in Aug '23, the Marathon construction phase of
#PurpleLine
comes to an End making it a 42.53 KM line connecting East to the West of
#Bangalore
.
Hope the Govt & BMRCL gives all the workmen a memorable
So eagerly waiting to see the
#NammaMetro
train passing through this stretch!
#ITPL
#Whitefield
#Bangalore
41+ KM of
#PurpleLine
from Whitefield to Kengeri/Challaghatta passing through KRPuram-MGRoad-Majestic. What a relief itโs gonna be, if utilised to the fullest
๐ง Last few segments and the Final Span at Benniganahalli flyover is done. WFD- BYP and further till Kengeri to be a reality without much delay from here. 4 months is more than enough.
#Bangalore
#PurpleLine
THE MOST PAINFUL section that used to take 40+ minutes has been reduced to 1/10th.
Unbelievably less than 4 minutes to be precise.
Metro ๐ you beauty ๐
Itโs just 4 minutes from
#KRPura
to
#Baiyappanahalli
โขJust 4 minutes Like breeze
โขThat pain of getting down at KJM,catching Feeder bus, FOB at BYP,long walk. All that is gone.
โขYou are going to save good 35-40 minutes here itself.
(These are old pics, please note)
โก๏ธThat's good news!
L&T Awarded
#Bangalore
Metro Phase 2A [ORR Line] & 2Bโs [Airport Line] Track Work Contracts
L&Tโs scope includes supply & installation of approximately 110 km of ballastless tracks for the main-line...
@TheMetroRailGuy
โก๏ธTo people who are still awake!!
โขThis is pretty Unusual activity at 1:10AM and 1:45 AM.
Metro trains are running towards Whitefield & KR Puram at this time. Let us see if we get to hear some good news. I reiterate, this activity is very unusual
#StartPurpleLineOperations
Itโs crucial time where many people start leaving offices. Everyone who takes a Metro train to reach home will feel the difference more than morning ride. Hope you all reach home Quickly than ever.
#PurpleLine
#NammaMetro
#Bangalore
#Parinav
Found at Nampally Metro Station, to get re-united with Parents. That's a happy news to start with.
Studying 6th Grade - So he is still a Kid. Kids of this age should just enjoy school environment and get into some outdoor activity during evenings/weekends! Coaching
๐๐ Hope the 12 year old kid
#Parinav
gets reunited with his parents soon.
As per the latest updates we saw, the kid is still missing. As per CCTV footages on 21st Jan, he was spotted near Whitefield Inner Circle, Marathahalli and Majestic(Latest).
@NammaBengaluroo
Flyover ramp at
#Silkboard
(towards Marathahalli) was a bit of surprise! I donโt remember seeing even the pillars last time when I crossed this junction. Regular commuters on this route might have better idea, was that quick!?
#Afcons
#NammaMetro
#BlueLine