Godrej Lakeside Orchard 2 BHK Apartment Floor Plan ranges from 1204 sq ft to 1264 sq ft at ₹1.32 Crores. The EOI Pre-launch Price Benefit for these apartments is up to Rs.9 to 12 lakhs. The project has 2 BHK apartments of various sizes that are spacious enough to suit small families and nuclear families.

Bangalore Metro is known as Namma Metro, which means “Our Metro” in Kannada, and serves Bangalore. Currently, Phase 1 is operational, and Phase 2 is under construction while Phase 3 is under planning. The metro network is spread over 42.3 km and has 51 stations. The trains run at a speed of under 80km/hr. Daily, nearly 5 lakh people use the Bangalore metro.

Quick Info about Bangalore Metro

• Started: 2011
• Owner: Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
• Serving City: Bangalore
• Number of Lines: 2
• Headquarters: BMTC Complex in Shanthinagar

Bangalore Metro Facts

• The smart card offers a 15% discount on the normal ticket amount.
• The metro uses a 1435 mm track.
• It is the first metro in the south zone of India to have an underground section.
• Rainwater is harvested along the two lines, and it is then supplied as potable water.
• Electricity is supplied to the trains through the third rail, which carries a current of 750 volts.

Purple Line

The first operational metro line is the Purple Line. It was started as phase 1 with 37 stations and 4 interchanges. It started with the first underground station.

Godrej Lakeside Orchard is close to the Purple Line of the Metro station. The nearest station is the Bommasandra Metro Station Metro Station, which is 30 minutes away from Godrej Lakeside Orchard.

The stations covered on the Bangalore Purple Line Metro are as follows

Green line

Green line is the second working line on the metro routes. It runs over 29 stations with 31 kms. It connects Nagasandra to Silk Institute.

Below are the stations that are covered on the Bangalore Metro Green Line,

Yellow Line

The yellow line is upcoming soon which will link Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road to Bommasadra. It will cover 18 km and will be running on 16 stations.

Here are the names of Yellow Line metro stations in Bangalore,

Blue line

This line will link Bangalore airport and will cover 58.1 km with 30 stations according to the metro plan.

Here are the names of Blue Line metro stations in Bangalore,

Pink Line

The Pink line will connect the south zone of the city. It will have 18 stations, and some of the stations are underground.

Here are the names of Pink Line metro stations in Bangalore,

Orange line

Orange line is under Phase 3 which will connect Phase 2A and Phase 3A at a single station. This new line will be expected to be functional by 2028 to 2029. It will run along Outer Ring Road to Hebbal from JP Nagar.

Here are the names of Orange Line metro stations in Bangalore,

Bangalore Metro fare and Timings

Bangalore metro train timings

• Monday to Friday - 5 AM till 11 PM
• Second and fourth Saturdays - 6 AM till 10:30 PM
• Public holidays - 6 AM till 10:30 PM
• Sunday -7 AM till 11 PM

The metro train runs daily at 4 to 5 minutes between each metro.

The minimum ticket fare in Bangalore metro is Rs 10 and the maximum fare is Rs 45. The fare varies with the distance travelled by the passenger.

Bangalore Metro App

Namma Metro app allows to buy QR tickets and this app is available for Android users only. The metro stations list is available on the app.

Bangalore Metro Lines

Phase 1 and some parts of Phase 2 are operational now, and the rest will be ready by 2025. The Karnataka Government has approved Phase 3, which will cover 45 km. The estimated cost is Rs 16,000 crore, and it will be completed fully by 2028.

Revenue from Bangalore Metro

Since 2011, Bangalore Metro has achieved profitability for the first time. It achieved a profit in the fiscal year 2022 to 2023 and earned an estimated Rs 594.02 crore. The maintenance was Rs 486.6 crore. After all the expenses, a profit of Rs 40 crore was made by the Bangalore Metro.

In big cities like Bangalore, metro l is a convenient mode of transport as all destinations can be reached quickly. The upcoming phases of the metro will still improve the connectivity of Bangalore.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bangalore Metro

1. What are Bangalore Metro timings?

Bangalore metro train timings - 5 am to 11 pm on Monday to Friday.

Second and fourth Saturdays - 6 am till 10:30 pm

Sundays - 6 am to 11 pm

2. Does Bangalore Metro receive cash?

Yes, passengers can buy tickets through cash. UPI and all cards are accepted.

3. How much cost is a 30-day metro pass in Bangalore metro?

There is a 2-day and 3-day pass only. The 2-day pass cost is Rs.200, and the 3-day pass cost is Rs.400.

4. Is it safe to travel by metro train in Bangalore city?

Yes, it is safe to travel by the metro trains as there are security checks at every station.

5. Is a Metro Card mandatory in Bangalore?

Metro card is not compulsory as passengers can buy QR tickets through the app and can pay at the QR-enabled Fare Collection gates.

6. What is not allowable in Bangalore Metro?

Sharp objects, flammable items, guns, tools, explosive materials, turning off chemicals, and pets are not allowable in the metro.

7. Is the Green Line of the Metro operational now in Bangalore?

The green line is now operational with 29 stations

8. Can we carry alcohol on the Bangalore Metro trains?

No, alcohol is not allowed in the Metro trains.