Bengaluru metro allows passengers to carry foldable cycles in last coach

In a push towards a greener Bengaluru, the BMRCL has announced that foldable cycles will be allowed in metro trains henceforth to help commuters get that last mile connectivity.

Published on: Jun 8, 2022, 12:13:56 IST

By Yamini C S | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan

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Cycles will be allowed - but in the last coach only - the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) said in a press note on Tuesday. Metro users will not be charged a luggage fee so long as they are carrying foldable bicycles that do not exceed 15 kg in weight.

Bengaluru Metro passengers will be permitted to carry only foldable bicycles which should not exceed 15 kilograms. (HT FILE PHOTO.)

The BMRCL said its new rule is meant to promote a 'green initiative' after a report by The Times of India said construction work of completed and operational lines had contributed to the felling of about 9,000 trees in the Karnataka state capital.

"BMRCL is pleased to announce Metro commuters can carry a foldable bicycle in the last coach of Metro train along with their travel. The size of the foldable bicycle shall not exceed 60 cm X 45 cm X 25 cm in dimension and not exceeding 15 kgs in weight," the body said.

While this is welcome news for cyclists - as it provides last mile connectivity to their place of work or residence or other destination - some took to social media to request the BMRCL also allow normal cycles as many do not have foldable versions; these are more expensive.

PC Mohan, a BJP Lok Sabha MP from Bengaluru (central), said: "BMRCL announces that commuters can carry a foldable bicycle in trains. Considering the requests of the public and cyclists, BMRCL must also permit regular bicycles. Allowing bicycles will resolve the first and last mile connectivity hurdles for many commuters in Bengaluru."

To this, a user by the handle @vmsharan replied, "How many people will have foldable cycle? People won't buy foldable cycle just for using it in Metro. If BMRCL allows regular cycles then it will be a big win for the city. It will solve last mile connectivity to some extent."

Foldable cycles will be subject to security checks at stations - they must be placed in the baggage scanner on entry. "The bicycle shall be packed properly so that it does not damage the interiors of Metro coaches. Also, it shall not cause inconvenience to co-passengers," the BMRCL said.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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