Namma Metro services halted on Purple Line due to technical glitch

Hundreds of passengers are stranded at Vijayanagar Metro Station on Thursday morning after a technical fault disrupted services on Bengaluru Metro’s Purple Line for over 20 minutes.

Commuters on Bengaluru Metro’s Purple Line faced unexpected delays on Thursday morning after a technical glitch disrupted train movement between Challaghatta and Whitefield. The issue, which occurred near Vijayanagar Metro Station, brought metro services to a halt for nearly 20 minutes, causing major inconvenience to passengers traveling during peak hours.

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According to Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officials, the disruption was caused by a technical fault in the signaling system, temporarily suspending train operations on the stretch. “Our technical team immediately attended to the issue, and normal services have now resumed,” officials said.

The unexpected halt led to heavy crowding at Vijayanagar Metro Station, as hundreds of passengers were forced to wait or exit the premises. Visuals from the station showed long queues, overcrowded platforms, and passengers struggling to find alternate transport.

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The affected train was operating on the Challaghatta-Whitefield route, one of the busiest corridors in the city, linking key residential and commercial areas.
BMRCL confirmed that services were temporarily suspended on the Purple Line due to the technical issue and assured passengers that steps are being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The corporation also thanked commuters for their patience and cooperation during the brief disruption.