Bengaluru outskirts to get 287 km circular rail network
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Bengaluru outskirts to get 287 km circular rail network

To address the traffic issues in the city, the Ministry of Railways has put forward a proposal to establish a circular rail network spanning approximately 287 km on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

The envisaged network, encircling Bengaluru city, is set to link Nidvanda-Doddaballapur (40.9 km), Doddaballapur-Devanahalli (28.5 km), Devanahalli-Malur (46.5 km), Malur-Heelalige (52 km), Hejjala-Solur (43.5 km), Solur-Nidavanda (34.2 km), and Hejjala-Heelalagi (42 km).

Following a comprehensive review meeting with department officials on Monday, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conveyed, "The Union government has already allocated Rs 7 crore for the initiation of a pre-feasibility study and an alignment study. Subsequently, the detailed project report (DPR) and a spot survey for the project will be undertaken. While the suburban railway project is underway through a collaborative effort between the Centre and the State, the circular railway and the enhancement of all the ingress and egress points of the city will be overseen by the Railway Ministry."

He further stated, "Bengaluru holds global significance, and its development is being observed worldwide. Our vision for the city's development extends to the next 40 to 50 years. We are contemplating the implementation of a circular railway system for the city. This project adopts a ring railway model, ensuring comprehensive connectivity as the city evolves over the next 30 to 40 years. With 10 inward connections and a complete ring spanning a network of 287 km, the project is currently in the survey phase," he elaborated.

To address the traffic issues in the city, the Ministry of Railways has put forward a proposal to establish a circular rail network spanning approximately 287 km on the outskirts of Bengaluru. The envisaged network, encircling Bengaluru city, is set to link Nidvanda-Doddaballapur (40.9 km), Doddaballapur-Devanahalli (28.5 km), Devanahalli-Malur (46.5 km), Malur-Heelalige (52 km), Hejjala-Solur (43.5 km), Solur-Nidavanda (34.2 km), and Hejjala-Heelalagi (42 km). Following a comprehensive review meeting with department officials on Monday, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conveyed, The Union government has already allocated Rs 7 crore for the initiation of a pre-feasibility study and an alignment study. Subsequently, the detailed project report (DPR) and a spot survey for the project will be undertaken. While the suburban railway project is underway through a collaborative effort between the Centre and the State, the circular railway and the enhancement of all the ingress and egress points of the city will be overseen by the Railway Ministry. He further stated, Bengaluru holds global significance, and its development is being observed worldwide. Our vision for the city's development extends to the next 40 to 50 years. We are contemplating the implementation of a circular railway system for the city. This project adopts a ring railway model, ensuring comprehensive connectivity as the city evolves over the next 30 to 40 years. With 10 inward connections and a complete ring spanning a network of 287 km, the project is currently in the survey phase, he elaborated.

Next Story
Resources

Skyview by Empyrean is Making Benchmarks in the Indian Ropeway Industry

FIL Industries Private Limited, the parent company of Empyrean Skyview Projects that pioneered ropeway mobility solutions in India with Jammu’s Skyview Gondola, is currently developing the Dehradun-Mussoorie ropeway and is on track to complete Phase I by September 2026. The ropeway is set to be India’s longest passenger aerial monocable covering 5.8 km between the foothills of Dehradun in Purkulgam and MDDA taxi stand in the hills of Mussoorie in just under 20 minutes. The firm pioneered green mobility solutions in India with the development of the flagship Skyview Gondola in Jam..

Next Story
Technology

Creativity is for Humans, Productivity is for Robots!

On most construction sites, the rhythm of progress is measured by the clang of steel, the hum of machinery and the sweat of thousands. But increasingly, new sounds are entering the mix: the quiet efficiency of algorithms, the hum of drones overhead, and the precision of robotic arms at work. Behind the concrete and cables, an invisible force is taking hold: data. It is turning blueprints into living simulations, managing fleets of machines, and helping engineers make decisions before a single brick is laid. This is not the construction of tomorrow; it is the architecture of today – built on ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Bhartiya Urban Unveils ‘Bhartiya Converge’ GCC Enablement Platform

Bhartiya Urban has launched Bhartiya Converge, its latest business venture designed to become India’s premier platform for enabling Global Capability Centres (GCCs). The initiative offers an integrated ecosystem aimed at helping global clients gain a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Focused on enhancing turnaround time and operational efficiencies, the company seeks to deliver better business outcomes powered by top-tier talent. Bhartiya Converge presents a customised and integrated suite of microservices that addresses the nuanced and evolving operational..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?