Huge crowds thronged Namma Metro, while traffic was thrown out of gear in several parts due to the Congress rally at National College grounds on Monday.
Namma Metro saw huge rush as the Congress had bought 50,000 two-way tickets and 30,000 single-way tickets for party workers to travel. The party had deposited ₹25 lakh for the purchase of the tickets. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officials said this was the first time bulk tickets were purchased in huge numbers.
In addition, the flower show at Lalbagh and people visiting IKEA showroom near Nagasandra metro station also added to the heavy footfall. Till 7.30 p.m on Monday, more than 4.8 lakh (including 1 lakh tokens purchased by Congress and 30,000+ at Lalbagh station for flower show) travelled in the metro.
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