Definitive Agreement Signed
Prestige Group has signed a definitive agreement with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to invest Rs 120 crore for adopting and co-branding the Bellandur Metro station on the upcoming Blue Line corridor. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)
Station to Be Renamed
Under the agreement, Bellandur Metro station will be officially renamed as ‘Prestige Bellandur Metro Station’, marking a significant instance of private sector participation in Bengaluru’s expanding metro network. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)
Part of Blue Line Corridor
The station is located on the under-construction Blue Line of Namma Metro, which will connect KR Pura and Silk Board through a 17-km elevated corridor along Outer Ring Road. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)
Deadline for Corridor Completion
BMRCL has set December 2026 as the deadline for completing and opening the 17-km elevated Metro stretch along the Outer Ring Road corridor to the public. ( PHOTO CREDIT: Syed Asif/TOI)
Investment Breakdown
Of the total Rs 120 crore investment, around Rs 80 crore will be directed towards Metro-related contributions, while approximately Rs 40 crore will fund station upgrades and enhancement works. ( PHOTO CREDIT: Syed Asif/TOI)
Station Upgradation and Enhancements
Prestige Beta Projects Private Ltd will carry out infrastructure improvements, station modernisation and enhancement works to improve commuter convenience and overall passenger experience. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)
30-Year Concession Period
The agreement grants Prestige partnership rights for a 30-year concession period, allowing long-term involvement in branding and infrastructure support at the Metro station. ( PHOTO CREDIT: Syed Asif/TOI)
Commercial and Advertising Rights
The deal includes 3,000 square feet of commercial space within the station and 1,000 square feet of advertising rights, enabling commercial and branding opportunities. ( PHOTO CREDIT: Syed Asif/TOI)
Future Connectivity Provision
The agreement also provides for a future elevated connectivity bridge linking the station directly to Prestige Lakeshore Drive, a nearby tech park development. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)
Strategic Location Advantage
Bellandur station is situated in the heart of the Outer Ring Road corridor, which houses nearly 80 million square feet of office space, making it a crucial transit hub for daily commuters and corporate employees. ( PHOTO CREDIT: AI)