Karnataka Plans Tunnels And Metro Expansion For Bengaluru

14 Jul 2026 CW Team

Karnataka's chief minister said the state will invest around Rs 1.5 trillion (tn) in Bengaluru's infrastructure and will offer a double floor area ratio in tier-two and tier-three cities to encourage multi-storeyed construction. The announcement framed the measures as responses to rising office rents and urban congestion. Officials said land will be offered at lower rates in smaller cities to attract industry and reduce pressure on the capital.

He said the government had prioritised smooth traffic flow and had already planned 350 km of metro connectivity, with an ambition to extend the network to 500 km by next year. The administration noted that roughly 30,000 new vehicles are being registered in Bengaluru each month, underscoring the need for mass transit and road upgrades. Planners expect expanded public transport to relieve congestion and support economic growth.

Specific road projects were highlighted, including a small tunnel near Hebbal and a proposed 40-km tunnel road that will be discussed at the next cabinet meeting. The chief minister outlined plans for a 44-km double-decker flyover and a separate 133-km flyover scheme, as well as a 123-km Bengaluru Business Corridor to improve orbital movement. Officials described the measures as part of an integrated approach combining flyovers, corridors and tunnelling to tackle bottlenecks.

The government also said it would increase floor area allowances in smaller cities to allow more high-rise offices and ease rent pressures in the capital, and it would provide incentives to developers. The event was organised by the Department of Electronics, Information Technology and Biotechnology to facilitate dialogue with Global Capability Centre leaders. Officials indicated implementation steps would follow cabinet approvals and regulatory adjustments to support the projects.

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