Bengaluru Metro Aims for 4-Min Frequency, Orders More Trains

• Bengaluru Metro aims for a 4-minute train frequency on all operational lines within the next two years.
• BMRCL signed a new Rs 414 crore agreement with BEML for six additional driverless trains for the Yellow Line, expected by 2027.
• The Yellow Line's current 15-minute train interval will reduce to 12 minutes soon, with a long-term goal of 4 minutes.
• BMRCL has secured contracts worth nearly Rs 4000 crore with BEML for a total of 66 train sets (396 coaches) for various metro lines.
• The cost per metro coach has risen to Rs 11.5 crore, reflecting upgraded features and specifications.

Why It Matters: Bengaluru Metro's 4-minute train goal means faster, more reliable city travel.