The government of Karnataka has issued the third preliminary land acquisition notice for Package 1 of Bengaluru Metro Phase 3. The notice is for 13,409.05 sq m land along the proposed Orange Line corridor. The notification, dated 16 October 2026, was published in the Karnataka State Gazette, and mentioned 11 entries of properties for the metro project that will link JP Nagar 4th Phase with Kempapura. Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has also invited expressions of interest from Indian and international firms to serve as General Consultants for Phase 3.
Bengaluru Metro Phase 3 Land Notice Covers 13,409 Sq M
The latest notification covers 13,409.05 square metres of land in 11 entries. The properties were mentioned along with survey numbers in the notification. The parcels of land include those in Kaggalipura, Jaraganahalli and other places along the proposed alignment.
The notice concerns additional land required for Package 1 of Corridor 1, which runs from JP Nagar 4th Phase towards Kempapura. The acquisition is to provide the land required for the metro and its works.
A preliminary notice is just an administrative step in the acquisition process and not an indication that the transfer of ownership has already taken place or that compensation has been completed. Thus, the latest notice is just a step towards the identification of the land required for the project and further steps are relevant to the acquisition process.
Phase 3 to Add 44.65 Km to Bengaluru Metro
Bengaluru Metro Phase 3 comprises two elevated corridors with a combined length of 44.65 km and 31 stations. The first corridor will run 32.15 km between JP Nagar 4th Phase and Kempapura, with 22 stations. The second will cover 12.50 km between Hosahalli and Kadabagere, with nine stations.
The expansion is planned to improve metro connectivity across western Bengaluru, including stretches along the Outer Ring Road West and Magadi Road. The expansion could also influence the surrounding property market, as discussed in Namma Metro Phase 3’s impact on South Bengaluru’s real estate market. The corridors are also intended to connect with existing and proposed public transport facilities, including metro stations, bus terminals, railway stations and suburban rail services.
The project was approved by the Union Cabinet in August 2024, with a total completion cost of Rs. 15,611 crore.
BMRCL Seeks General Consultants for Phase 3
In addition to the land acquisition process, the BMRCL has invited expressions of interest from Indian and international consultancy firms to serve as General Consultants for Phase 3. The consultant will be required to give technical and project management support to both corridors.
The responsibilities will include reviewing engineering designs, preparing tender documents, evaluating bids and assisting with contract negotiations. They will also ensure quality, safety and environmental compliance during construction and coordinate contractors and support testing and commissioning before the lines open to passengers.
JICA signed a ¥102.48 billion ODA loan agreement for Bengaluru Metro Phase 3 (I) in March 2026. The loan will cover part of the project cost, with the remaining amount to be funded through other sources.
Land Acquisition Remains Key Step for Metro Phase 3
Securing the required land is an important part of moving the metro project from planning towards construction. The latest notification covers specific land parcels and does not mean all land required for Phase 3 has been acquired.
The project also proposes to provide multi-modal connections at 10 locations, including JP Nagar 4th Phase, JP Nagar, Kamakya, Mysuru Road, Sumanahalli, Peenya, BEL Circle, Hebbal, Kempapura and Hosahalli, besides connecting them with other public transport systems, facilitating easy transfer for commuters.
While the planned connectivity is expected to benefit commuters along the corridors, the latest notification does not specify a construction start date or an opening date. Land acquisition, funding arrangements, consultancy and tendering work remain important to the project’s progress.
