Commuters in Bengaluru who rely on the Namma Metro should plan their Sunday journeys carefully. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced a temporary change in the schedule for the Yellow Line this weekend.
Revised Schedule for Systems Upgrade
On Sunday, December 21, train services on the popular Yellow Line will commence one hour later than the usual operational time. This decision has been taken to facilitate essential systems maintenance and upgrade work. The first train on this line will now depart at 8:00 AM instead of the scheduled 7:00 AM start.
The BMRCL has assured the public that this alteration is a one-day measure aimed at improving long-term service reliability. The maintenance window is crucial for ensuring the smooth and safe functioning of the metro system, which sees heavy passenger traffic daily.
Impact Limited to Yellow Line
Passengers can breathe a sigh of relief as the schedule change is strictly limited to the Yellow Line. All other metro lines, including the Purple Line and the recently inaugurated sections, will operate as per their normal Sunday timetable without any interruptions.
This targeted approach minimizes inconvenience for the majority of metro users in the city. The corporation has emphasized that the delay is for one day only, and regular services will resume from Monday onwards.
Planning Your Commute
For those traveling on the Yellow Line route, which connects Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road in the east to Bommasandra in the south, it is advisable to adjust your travel plans accordingly. Consider alternative modes of transport or plan to leave later if your journey depends on the first few services of the day.
The BMRCL often utilizes weekends, when passenger load is relatively lighter, for such critical engineering and software upgrade works. This proactive maintenance helps prevent major technical snarls during peak weekday hours.
Commuters are encouraged to check official BMRCL social media channels or the Namma Metro app for any last-minute updates before heading to the stations on Sunday morning.
