News Brief
Arjun Brij
Mar 05, 2025, 12:50 PM | Updated 12:50 PM IST
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Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has signed an agreement with Embassy Office Parks REIT (Embassy REIT) for the development of Kadubeesanahalli Metro Station on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) line connecting Central Silk Board to K R Puram, The New Indian Express reported.
Embassy REIT is a publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trust.
The partnership marks a significant step towards enhancing Bengaluru’s metro infrastructure.
Vikas Telecom Private Limited (VTPL), a subsidiary of Embassy REIT, will invest Rs 100 crore in the construction of the station. The agreement was signed on 28 February.
As part of the collaboration, BMRCL has granted Embassy REIT exclusive naming rights for the station, alongside provisions for advertisements, commercial space, and direct connectivity for a period of 30 years.
The new station will be officially named ‘Embassy Tech Village Kadubeesanahalli Metro Station.’
Highlighting the strategic importance of the initiative, BMRCL Managing Director M Maheshwar Rao stated, “The ORR corridor is an important mobility route in Bengaluru, connecting key commercial hubs, office parks and residential areas. We look forward to working together to build a more accessible and sustainable metro network for the city.”
The ORR metro line is a crucial link facilitating seamless transportation between Bengaluru’s thriving business districts and residential localities.
Arjun Brij is an Editorial Associate at Swarajya. He tweets at @arjun_brij