Bengaluru Metro Blue Line Timeline Revealed: Silk Board–KR Pura by 2026, Full Stretch by 2027

Bengaluru’s long-awaited Namma Metro Blue Line, connecting Central Silk Board to Kempegowda International Airport, is set to transform urban mobility. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar confirmed that the Silk Board–KR Pura stretch (Phase 2A) will be operational by December 2026, while the remaining sections—KR Pura–Hebbal and Hebbal–Airport—will be completed by 2027.

The 58 km corridor, costing ₹15,000 crore, is being executed under strict deadlines. Contractors have been warned of exclusion from future projects if timelines are missed. Authorities are also considering phased openings of completed stations to ease congestion sooner.

Key Highlights
- Silk Board–KR Pura stretch to open by December 2026.
- KR Pura–Hebbal section expected by December 2027.
- Hebbal–Kempegowda International Airport stretch targeted for June 2027.
- Project spans 58 km with an investment of ₹15,000 crore.
- Phased commissioning of completed stations may be introduced to benefit commuters earlier.
- Aim: Reduce traffic bottlenecks at Silk Board and improve airport connectivity.

This ambitious project underscores Bengaluru’s push toward modern, sustainable urban transport, promising significant relief for daily commuters and enhanced connectivity to the airport.

Sources: Times of India, Times Now, The Hindu