CAG Report Reveals Namma Metro Faces Financial Strain Due to Low Passenger Count

A report from the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) revealed that Namma Metro is experiencing financial difficulties because the passenger count is lower than expected. Experts suggested measures like extending operating hours, increasing train coaches, and strengthening BMTC feeder bus services to boost ridership and revenue. Currently, the Metro operates from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with an average of 10.50 lakh passengers daily. The report noted that the Yellow Line, connecting R.V. Road to Bommasandra, is expected to carry 12.5 lakh passengers daily across the Purple, Green, and Yellow lines.