Over two years after approval, BMRCL invites global firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line consultancy
BMRCL has invited global consultancy firms to oversee the Phase-3 Orange Line project of the Namma Metro in Bengaluru. The project, which includes 31 stations across two corridors, is seeking partial funding through a loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency.
Why it matters
Represents a significant infrastructure development for Bengaluru's public transit network, aimed at improving urban mobility.
More than two years after approval, Phase 3 of Namma Metro , which is also called Orange Line, has moved a step forward with BMRCL inviting Indian and international firms to take up the General Consultancy for the 44.65-km project in Bengaluru. The expansion will add 31 stations across two corridors to the Namma Metro network in Bengaluru.
BMRCL recently invited Expression of Interest (EOI) from Indian and international consultancy firms to take up the General Consultancy for the two corridors.
According to BMRCL EOI documents, under Phase-3, Corridor-1 will run for 32.15 km from J.P. Nagar 4th Phase to Kempapura, and will have 22 stations. Corridor-2 will cover 12.50 km from Hosahalli to Kadabagere, and will have nine stations. A common maintenance depot for both corridors has been proposed at Sunkadakatte.
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