A Namma Metro train on an elevated track in Bengaluru. File photo: The Bengaluru Live archive.
Bengaluru: Namma Metro has completed 15 years, with its network growing from an initial 6.7-km stretch to 96.1 km, according to the Karnataka Chief Minister’s Office.
Marking the anniversary on October 20, the CMO said the network now connects people and key destinations across Bengaluru. An accompanying anniversary graphic put the number of stations at 83, up from six when services began in 2011.
15 Years of Namma Metro!
Over the past 15 years, Namma Metro has transformed the way Bengaluru moves, growing from a 6.7 km stretch to a 96.1 km network that connects people and key destinations across the city.
As we mark this milestone, we celebrate the thousands of everyday… pic.twitter.com/DSts5nl4no
— CM of Karnataka (@CMofKarnataka) October 20, 2026
From six stations to a citywide network
The CMO’s graphic said Namma Metro carries 10 lakh commuters every day. The figures were presented as part of its anniversary message on the system’s growth over the past 15 years.
The CMO said the milestone recognised everyday journeys, time saved and connections made possible by the Metro. It reiterated its commitment to better connectivity, sustainable mobility and a higher quality of life for Bengaluru’s residents.
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