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Bengaluru's Hebbagodi Metro Station saw a high-profile visit on Wednesday as Biocon Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw joined officials from Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to assess its preparedness ahead of the anticipated Yellow Line inauguration on August 15.
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The Hebbagodi station forms a key part of the Bommasandra stretch of the Yellow Line and is strategically significant for providing direct access to Biocon’s Bommasandra campus. The connectivity is expected to ease commuting for employees and contribute to decongesting traffic in the southern corridor of the city.
Mazumdar-Shaw also shared creative input on enhancing the station's identity, proposing a theme centered around art and science, aligning with the innovation-led ethos of Biocon.
This inspection follows her recent experience on the Purple Line, where she travelled from Whitefield to Vidhana Soudha via metro, opting for public transport over personal vehicles. The ride showcased her support for sustainable and efficient commuting alternatives in the city.
Had the pleasure to inspect Biocon Hebbagodi metro station with @uavasanthrao & Shri AK Singh in eager anticipation of the commencement of the Yellow Line. We plan to make it an Art&Science theme. pic.twitter.com/RxFBuFYrBD
— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (@kiranshaw)
Had the pleasure to inspect Biocon Hebbagodi metro station with @uavasanthrao & Shri AK Singh in eager anticipation of the commencement of the Yellow Line. We plan to make it an Art&Science theme. pic.twitter.com/RxFBuFYrBD
— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (@kiranshaw) July 16, 2025
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Despite successful trial runs on the Yellow Line, operational launch hinges on two critical elements: the availability of sufficient train sets and the finalisation of Independent Safety Assessment (ISA). Currently, only three train sets are available, limiting service frequency. However, the ISA certification is expected by early July, following which BMRCL will seek final clearance from the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS).
If all approvals align, the Yellow Line could officially open on Independence Day.
