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Karnataka's government has announced an infrastructure investment of over INR 1 lakh crore for Bengaluru to strengthen urban mobility, business, and technology infrastructure. Major initiatives include a 40?km twin tunnel project costing INR 42,500 crore, a 41 km double-decker metro at INR 18,000 crore, a 110 km elevated corridor for INR 15,000 crore, 320 km of buffer roads at INR 5,000 crore, a SkyDeck at INR 500 crore, and a 74 km Bengaluru Business Corridor for INR 27,000 crore. Plans also include a second airport, a new NRI Secretariat, and a 9,000 acre AI City near Bidadi.
The Karnataka government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to invest more than INR 1 lakh crore in Bengaluru's infrastructure. The deputy chief minister, who oversees the city's development, described Bengaluru as a hub of transformation and emphasized that sustainable growth depends on strong infrastructure foundations. He highlighted the government's focus on projects that improve mobility, business opportunities, and urban planning. Advertisement
The plan includes a 40?km twin tunnel project with an estimated cost of INR 42,500 crore, designed to reduce traffic congestion and improve connectivity. A 41?km double?decker metro line is expected to cost INR 18,000 crore and will expand the city's existing metro network. Additionally, a 110?km elevated corridor is planned with a budget of INR 15,000 crore, along with 320?km of buffer roads to ease traffic flow at INR 5,000 crore. The SkyDeck project, with an investment of INR 500 crore, aims to enhance public spaces and urban aesthetics.
A 74?km Bengaluru Business Corridor has also been proposed with INR 27,000 crore allocated to strengthen the city's economic landscape and link business hubs efficiently. Beyond physical infrastructure, the government plans a second airport to support growing air traffic and international business, while a dedicated NRI Secretariat will facilitate overseas citizen engagement. The 9,000?acre AI City near Bidadi is intended to host global firms and provide residential layouts for NRIs, reinforcing Bengaluru's status as a global technology and business center.
Historically, Bengaluru has experienced gradual infrastructure expansions, including metro extensions and urban corridors. However, this package represents one of the largest concentrated investments in the city's development. The government aims to combine physical infrastructure with technology-driven urban planning, enhancing mobility, business competitiveness, and residential convenience.
Source PTI
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