Bengaluru Airport Rail Link Approved: End of Traffic Trauma by 2030

• Indian Railways and K-RIDE have approved the final design for a dedicated suburban rail link to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA).
• The 4,100 crore rupee project, part of the Sampige Line (Corridor 1), aims for completion by March 2030.
• An 8.5 km line will include a 3.5 km underground section within the airport to avoid interference with flight operations.
• Four stations are planned: BK Halli, KIADB Aerospace Park (ground-level), and Airport City, Airport Terminal (underground).
• The rail link promises a 60-minute commute from Majestic to KIA, significantly reducing traffic on Airport Road.

Why It Matters: Bengaluru's long-awaited airport rail link is approved, promising traffic-free commutes by 2030.