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Namma Metro witnesses massive footfall as bus strike disrupts Bengaluru’s daily commute
With bus services disrupted due to a transport staff strike, thousands turn to Namma Metro for their daily commute, leading to long queues and increased security.
A state-wide transport bandh called by the Joint Action Committee of transport staff disrupted normal bus services across Bengaluru on Monday, leaving thousands of commuters stranded and turning the spotlight on Namma Metro.
The strike was led by committee chairman Anant Subbarao, who confirmed that the bandh would be peaceful but firm in pressing for the fulfillment of various pending demands by the state government. As a result, commuters though that the buses would remain off the roads for the day, causing significant inconvenience.
With limited access to bus services, a large number of passengers turned to Namma Metro as their alternative mode of transport. At Majestic station, one of the city’s busiest transit hubs, long queues were seen forming from early morning. Passengers waited patiently in serpentine lines to board trains, with many expressing frustration over the sudden halt in bus services.
According to BMRCL officials, Namma Metro typically records a daily ridership of around 8 lakh commuters. However, due to the ongoing bus strike, that number is expected to see a substantial spike today. In anticipation of the increased load, metro authorities deployed additional staff and enhanced security across major stations to manage the crowd and ensure smooth operations.
Commuters at Majestic and other key stations like Baiyappanahalli, Yeshwanthpur, and Mysuru Road appreciated the efficiency of the metro but voiced concerns over the city's growing dependence on limited transport options during such disruptions.
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