Namma Metro train frequency increase: The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced major changes to the train schedule from Saturday, November 1, on Namma Metro’s Yellow Line by increasing train frequency. The move is aimed at providing a smoother and more reliable travel experience for commuters while reducing waiting times.
Namma Metro Yellow line frequency
The increase in frequency follows BMRCL’s decision to introduce a fifth metro train on the Yellow Line. This fifth metro train arrived at the Hebbagodi Depot on September 30, 2025. This new train is being inducted into service after mandatory testing and service trials.
In a statement, BMRCL said: “On the occasion of the 70th Karnataka Rajyotsava celebrations, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is pleased to announce that the 5th Metro Train on the Yellow Line will be inducted into commercial service from November 1, 2025.”
Namma Metro Yellow line trains
Thus, with the introduction of the new train on Yellow Line, the frequency of trains during peak hours will now be every 15 minutes (instead of the present 19-minute interval). “There will be no change in the first and last train timings from either terminal — R.V. Road and Bommasandra. Commuters are requested to take note of this change and avail the enhanced metro services,” the BMRCL said.
Earlier this month, Dr J Ravishankar, MD, BMRCL along with Directors and Senior Officials inspected the 5th Train set and held meeting with with officials to prioritise and induct the train set for commercial operations.
Bangalore Metro Yellow line trains
The BMRCL introduced the fourth trainset on the Namma Metro Yellow Line on September 10, 2025. Following this addition, metro trains now operate at 19-minute intervals throughout the week, compared to the earlier 25-minute frequency.
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