The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is forging ahead with land acquisition efforts for the eagerly anticipated Metro Phase 3 project, despite awaiting clearance from the Centre. Identified are 713 properties spanning 106 acres, though not all owners are willing to relinquish their land for the endeavor.
Phase 3 of the metro expansion is slated to encompass 21 stations across two elevated corridors. The first corridor, spanning 32.5 km from JP Nagar IV Phase to Kempapura via Outer Ring Road, and the second corridor, from Hosahalli to Kadabagere on Magadi Road for 12.5 km, are key components of this ambitious project.
M S Channappa Goudar, General Manager of BMRCL’s Land Acquisitions Cell, explained the current status, stating that the acquisition process has commenced for properties along the first corridor. Of the 106 acres needed, 75 acres are earmarked for the depot, serving both corridors.
Despite BMRCL’s attractive compensation package, equivalent to 200% of market value, some landowners are resisting. Presently, three families have lodged protests against the acquisition of their properties. Their objection stems from partial acquisition, fearing depreciation of the remaining land’s value. Specifically, two properties earmarked for the Vinayaka Layout Metro Station are at the center of this dispute, totaling 165.65 sqm.
Regarding this impasse, BMRCL officials are deliberating on the best course of action. With uncertainty looming over the fate of these properties, the Metro Phase 3 project faces a hurdle on its path to fruition.
