BJP has changed politics of perception to politics of performance, says PM Narendra Modi in Karnataka

BENGALURU: Addressing a rally in poll-bound Karnataka's Devanagere, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the BJP has changed "politics of perception to politics of performance".

1/10:Inauguration

<p>On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 13.71-km metro line from Whitefield (Kadugodi) to Krishnarajapura.<br /><br />​<br /></p>ANI

2/10:Cost

<p>The new metro line cost Rs 4,249 crore.<br /><br />​<br /></p>TNN

3/10:12 stations

<p>The new metro line includes 12 stations.<br /></p>ANI

4/10:PM takes metro ride

<p>PM Modi also took a metro ride after inauguration.<br /></p>ANI

5/10:New section

<p>According to officials, this new section extends the existing East-West Corridor (Purple Line) from Baiyappanahalli to Whitefield Station towards the east.<br /></p>ANI

6/10:Travel time reduction

<p>The new metro line is expected to reduce travel time on this route by 40% and alleviate traffic congestion on the roads.<br /></p>ANI

7/10:Benefits to Bengalureans

<p>The new line will benefit around 5 lakh to 6 lakh residents of Bengaluru who work in information technology parks, export promotion industrial areas, malls, hospitals, and various Fortune 500 companies.<br /></p>ANI

8/10:BEML limitations

<p>BEML Limited has supplied five trains, each with six coaches, to operate on this route.<br /></p>ANI

9/10:Expected opening date for public

<p>The crucial link between KR Puram and Byappanahalli is expected to be operational by this June and once complete.</p>ANI

10/10:Pros and cons

<p>While the line has brought cheers to residents and officegoers, lack of parking and last-mile connectivity continue to be concerns.<br /></p>ANI

Photos: PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Whitefeild KR Puram Metro Line, takes a ride