Bengaluru Metro has set a new benchmark in its history, achieving a record-breaking ridership of 8.26 lakhs on August 6, 2024. This impressive figure surpasses the previous high of 8.25 lakhs recorded on August 15, 2022.
Bengaluru Metro achieves new milestone
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) announced the milestone in a statement on Wednesday. According to BMRCL officials, a total of 8,26,883 passengers used the metro service on the record-setting day, highlighting the growing reliance on the metro for daily commuting.
This achievement underscores the increasing popularity of Bengaluru Metro as a crucial component of the city’s transportation infrastructure. The significant rise in ridership reflects the public’s confidence in the metro system as an efficient and reliable mode of travel, especially in alleviating urban traffic congestion.
The record also emphasizes the metro’s expanding role in supporting the city’s mobility needs. BMRCL is committed to further improving services to meet the rising demand and ensure a seamless travel experience for Bengaluru’s commuters. This new record sets a high standard for future ridership milestones.