Namma Metro Phase 2B (Blue Line): construction update
The Namma Metro Phase 2B (Blue Line) construction update shows that workers have finished over 60% of the civil work across this 38.44-kilometer airport line with 17 planned stops. Run by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) with a total budget of ₹10,584 crore, this track links KR Puram straight to Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) along National Highway 44. Teams have already set up more than 65% of the large concrete pillars and placed over half of the track girders on the main road. The busy section between Hebbal and the airport is on track to open by September 2027, while the full link down to KR Puram is planned to run by March 2028.
This new metro route will cut airport travel times from two long hours down to just 42 minutes. The line links crowded office hubs like Kasturinagara, Horamavu, Kalyan Nagar, Nagawara, and Yelahanka directly to flight gates. When it joins the 19.75-kilometer Phase 2A line from Silk Board to KR Puram, the whole 58.19-kilometer Blue Line will form the city's longest single metro route.
Package-Wise Civil Construction Progress
Phase 2B construction work is split into three main packages handled by NCC Limited along the 38.44-kilometer road path. The ground building teams have built 62% of the basic line, with fresh concrete decks going up every week in the middle of NH 44.
- Package 1 (KR Puram to Hebbal – 11.00 km): This piece has 8 stops: Kasturinagara, Horamavu, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, HBR Layout, Nagawara, Veerannapalya, and Kempapura. About 70% of pillar tops are standing today, with girders moving into place fast near the Nagawara junction.
- Package 2 (Hebbal to Bagalur Cross – 11.68 km): This part covers 5 stops: Hebbal, Kodigehalli, Jakkur Cross, Yelahanka, and Bagalur Cross. Pillar work has reached 58%, and the heavy lifting machines are now setting up beams near the Yelahanka flyover.
- Package 3 (Bagalur Cross to KIAL Terminals – 15.76 km): This last section covers Bettahalasuru, Doddajala, Airport City, and the two KIAL stops. More than 64% of the earth and track work is finished, and workers are laying down the flat track beds right inside the airport lands.
Route Alignment and Station Layout Details
Phase 2B runs 17 elevated stations built with long 140-meter train platforms to hold 6-coach trains. Every station has modern safety gates, open luggage drop zones, and clear signs for quick airport boarding.
| Station Name | Distance from Start (km) | Station Type | Key Neighborhoods & Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kasturinagara | 1.8 | Elevated | Ring Road East main crossing |
| Horamavu | 3.5 | Elevated | Direct link into Ramamurthy Nagar |
| HRBR Layout | 5.1 | Elevated | Banaswadi and Kammanahalli food streets |
| Kalyan Nagar | 6.4 | Elevated | Hennur Main Road junction |
| HBR Layout | 8.2 | Elevated | Near Nagawara Lake residential homes |
| Nagawara | 9.8 | Elevated | Big interchange to the Pink Line |
| Veerannapalya | 11.4 | Elevated | Front entry to Manyata Tech Park |
| Kempapura | 13.0 | Elevated | Hebbal lake edge and Ring Road link |
| Hebbal | 14.5 | Elevated | Big bus hub and future Orange Line link |
| Kodigehalli | 17.2 | Elevated | Near Sahakara Nagar houses |
| Jakkur Cross | 19.8 | Elevated | Next to Jakkur airfield |
| Yelahanka | 24.3 | Elevated | Old Yelahanka markets and train stop |
| Bagalur Cross | 28.1 | Elevated | Near the Aerospace business zone |
| Bettahalasuru | 31.9 | Elevated | North storage and warehouse ring |
| Doddajala | 34.6 | Elevated | Shettigere area and metro yard link |
| Airport City | 36.8 | Elevated | Airport hotels and business offices |
| KIAL Terminals | 38.4 | Ground/Elevated | Walk straight into Terminal 1 and 2 |
Track Work, Power Supply, and Shettigere Depot
BMRCL is using a 750-volt third-rail power line along the tracks to run the trains smoothly. Two large power substations at Hebbal and Bagalur will supply continuous electricity to avoid any service stops.
The main train yard sits on 24 hectares of land at Shettigere near Doddajala. About 48% of this yard is ready right now, with 16 train lines, washing bays, and a real test track built into the ground. The new 6-car trains will also carry large bag racks so airport flyers have plenty of room to sit without holding heavy bags.
Transit-Driven Realty: Growth at Prestige Battersea Along Hennur Road
The Prestige Battersea residential project sits just 1.4 kilometers from the new Kalyan Nagar Blue Line station on Hennur Main Road. Built across seven distinct areas by the Prestige Group, this community of 1,788 homes connects directly to the fast metro grid to make trips to work and the airport easy.
- Location and Connectivity: The project sits right on Hennur Main Road. Manyata Tech Park is just 4 kilometers down the street, and the Nagawara metro station is only about 5.5 kilometers away. If you need to catch a flight, the airport is roughly a 26-kilometer drive. Keep in mind that your actual travel time will change based on traffic and the road you take.
- Home Sizes and Lifestyle: The project offers 2, 3, and 4 BHK flats ranging from 1,100 to 2,600 sq. ft. The towers feature strong shear walls and high ceilings. More than 60% of the site is planned as open green space. Residents can also enjoy a two-level clubhouse, 24-hour CCTV surveillance, children's play areas, and rainwater collection and reuse systems.
- Smart Prices and Value Gains: Homes at Prestige Battersea started around ₹11,000 per sq ft, with 2 BHK flats at ₹1.21 Cr, 3 BHK flats at ₹1.76 Cr, and 4 BHK flats at ₹2.42 Cr. This pricing gives buyers a much better deal than crowded Hebbal rates (which sit at ₹14,000 to ₹18,000+ per sq ft), with home values likely to jump 15% to 20% once the Kalyan Nagar trains start running.
Target Deadlines and Opening Timelines
BMRCL is opening the Phase 2B track in two clear steps so people can ride to the airport as early as possible.
- December 2026: The goal is to finish building the bridges and have the track beds ready for the next steps.
- September 2027 (First Phase): The main route opens to the public. You will be able to travel the 27-kilometer stretch from Hebbal right to the airport gates.
- March 2028 (The Full Route): The whole project is complete! The last 11 kilometers between KR Puram and Hebbal will open, connecting the full 58-kilometer line that starts at Silk Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
Namma Metro Phase 2B is over 60% complete right now, with most pillars standing and girders being placed every day along NH 44.
The Hebbal-to-airport stretch plans to open by September 2027, while the full link from KR Puram to the airport aims to open by March 2028.
There are 17 metro stops along this 38.44-kilometer line, starting at Kasturinagara and ending at the airport terminals.
Phase 2B joins the Pink Line at Nagawara station and will connect with the future Orange Line at the Hebbal station.
Kalyan Nagar Metro Station is the closest stop, located just 1.4 kilometers away from Prestige Battersea on Hennur Main Road.
