Namma Metro is targeting a partial opening in May for a seven point five three kilometre elevated section between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. Trials and comprehensive technical evaluations by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) are expected to commence shortly, a senior Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) official said. The official noted that testing will encompass braking systems, signalling, speed trials, weighted tests and other safety parameters to establish operational readiness. Testing will also assess the soundness of civil works before results are submitted to seek technical sanction from the Railway Board. Following technical sanction, the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) will be invited to conduct the final inspection. Only after CMRS approval will the section be cleared for passenger operations, the official added, stressing that adherence to the sequence of testing and approvals is critical. If the scheduled tests and clearances proceed without delay, the elevated stretch is expected to open to the public in May. The full Pink Line spanning 21.3 km from Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara is targeted to be fully operational by September 2026. Officials indicated that coordination among agencies and timely completion of residual works remain essential to meet the projected schedule. BMRCL said staff are conducting preparatory work and system integration to facilitate a safe launch and efficient operations. RDSO will complete its tests and submit findings to the Railway Board, after which CMRS inspection will determine final commissioning clearance. Officials said meeting regulatory milestones is necessary to deliver the anticipated benefits to commuters and to integrate the corridor into the broader metro network. Preparatory activities include staff training, trial runs with service simulations and finalisation of signalling interfaces with the existing network. Authorities aim to ensure passenger safety and minimise disruption during the integration phase. Commuters are expected to benefit.