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Local Name: Kadugodi Railway Station
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Updated: Mar 18 (10:28)
Whitefield Railway Station (WFD) is a bustling hub located in the rapidly developing Whitefield area of Bengaluru, Karnataka. It boasts four platforms serving multiple suburban and intercity trains. Travelers can find basic amenities like waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and public restrooms, making it convenient for short-term stopovers. The station's proximity to IT parks and commercial hubs makes it a popular transit point for professionals and tourists alike.

Tourism

Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy Temple: A popular temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, known for its serene atmosphere.
Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha, known for its intricate architecture.
St. Thomas Church: A historic church with a rich history and a peaceful ambiance.
Whitefield Masjid: A local mosque serving the Muslim community in the area.
ISKCON Temple: A Hare Krishna temple known for its serene environment and regular devotional programs.

Food

Sangeetha Veg Restaurant: A popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for its delicious dosas and idlis.
A2B (Adyar Ananda Bhavan): A chain restaurant offering a wide variety of vegetarian South Indian dishes.
Biryani Blues: A vegetarian-friendly restaurant specializing in innovative and flavorful biryani options.
Theobroma: A bakery and cafe offering a variety of vegetarian sandwiches, salads, and pastries.
The Belgian Waffle Co.: A popular spot for sweet treats, including a range of vegetarian waffle creations.

Station Address

Maithri Layout, Kadugodi, Bengaluru-560067
State: Karnataka
Elevation: 868 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-4
Zone: SWR/South Western   Division: KSR Bengaluru (Bangalore)
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Number of Halting Trains: 68
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Jul 10 (19:14) Siemens Wins Rs 766 Crore Contract for Bengaluru Metro Phase 2 Electrification (www.thehansindia.com)
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Jul 10 2024 (19:14)
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Jul 10 2024 (19:14)
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read full article... Siemens-RVNL consortium bags Rs 766 crore order from Bangalore Metro Rail

Siemens Ltd and Rail Vikas Nigam Limited have jointly secured a contract worth approximately Rs 766 crore from the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited. The contract entails the electrification of the Bengaluru Metro Phase 2 project. Siemens, as a part of the consortium, will be responsible for designing, engineering, installing, and...
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commissioning rail electrification technologies. The project scope includes the electrification of 30 stations spanning 58 kilometers, connecting Bengaluru Airport Terminal to the Central Silk Board via KR Puram and two depots. This marks Siemens' presence in 11 out of 20 cities with metro systems in India.

Siemens Ltd aur Rail Vikas Nigam Limited ka consortium Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited se Rs 766 crore ka order bag kar liya hai. Ye order Bengaluru Metro Phase 2 project ki electrification ke liye hai. Siemens, consortium ka part hota hua, design, engineering, install aur commission karne ke liye zimmedar...
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hoga rail electrification technologies. Is project mein 30 stations ko cover kiya ja raha hai jo 58 kilometer mein spread hai, aur Bengaluru Airport Terminal ko Central Silk Board se connect karega KR Puram aur do depots se hota hua. Is order ke saath, Siemens ab India mein 20 mein se 11 cities mein metro system mein present hai.
Jun 30 (12:19) Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project: Connecting the City to Its Suburbs (swarajyamag.com)
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Jun 30 2024 (12:19)
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Jun 30 2024 (12:19)
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read full article... Bengaluru Suburban Rail: K-RIDE Invites Tenders For Mallige Line's Four Stations

The Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) is a major infrastructure project in Bengaluru, Karnataka, aimed at connecting the city to its satellite townships and suburbs through a rapid-transit rail network. The project includes four corridors: Sampige, Mallige, Parijatha, and Kanaka, with a total of 57 stations and a combined length of...
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148.17 km. The project is divided into different phases, with work currently ongoing on the Mallige Line, which will link Chikkabanavara to Byappanahalli. The Mallige Line is estimated to cost Rs 859.97 crore and is divided into two packages. Tenders have been issued for the construction of eight stations along Corridor 2 and four stations along the Mallige Line. The BSRP project, inaugurated in June 2022, is expected to be completed by December 2027 and is estimated to cost Rs 15,767 crore.

Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) ek bada infrastructure project hai jo Bengaluru ko uske satellite townships aur suburbs se connect karega, ek rapid-transit rail network ke through. Is project mein four corridors hain: Sampige, Mallige, Parijatha aur Kanaka, 57 stations aur 148.17 km ki length ke saath. Project ko different phases...
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mein divide kiya gaya hai, aur currently Mallige Line par kaam chal raha hai, jo Chikkabanavara ko Byappanahalli se link karega. Mallige Line ki estimated cost Rs 859.97 crore hai aur ye two packages mein divide hai. Tenders aaye hain Corridor 2 ke eight stations aur Mallige Line ke four stations ke construction ke liye. BSRP project, June 2022 mein inaugurated kiya gaya tha, December 2027 tak complete hone ki expectation hai aur iski estimated cost Rs 15,767 crore hai.
Jun 23 (19:35) Bangalore Suburban Rail Project: 12 New Stations to be Built on Malleshwaram Route (vijaykarnataka.com)
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Jun 23 2024 (19:35)
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Jun 23 2024 (19:35)
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read full article... ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಉಪನಗರ ರೈಲು ಯೋಜನೆ: ಮಲ್ಲಿಗೆ ಮಾರ್ಗದಲ್ಲಿ ನಿಲ್ದಾಣಗಳ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಟೆಂಡರ್‌

The Bangalore Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) has invited bids from K-RIDE for the construction of 12 stations on the Malleshwaram route between Baiyyappanahalli and Chikkabanavara. These stations are designed to accommodate 9-coach trains and will feature platform screen doors. The construction of these stations is expected to begin soon.

Bangalore Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) ne Baiyyappanahalli aur Chikkabanavara ke beech Malleshwaram route pe 12 stations banane ke liye K-RIDE se bids maange hain. Ye stations 9-coach trains ko handle karne ke liye banaye jaa rahe hain aur inme platform screen doors bhi honge. In stations ka construction jaldi hi...
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shuru hone wala hai.
Jun 22 (19:32) Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project Secures Full External Funding, Project Completion Expected by 2028 (www.deccanherald.com)
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Jun 22 2024 (19:32)
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Jun 22 2024 (19:32)
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read full article... Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project secures external funding of Rs 7,438 crore

The Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project (BSRP), a 149-km rail network aimed at improving intracity commute in Bengaluru, has secured the full €800 million external funding required for its completion. The funding comes from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the German investment bank KfW, with €300 million and €500 million respectively....
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This funding will be used to expedite the project, including tenders for Corridor 1, Depot 2, track and traction works. The project, with a total cost of Rs 15,767 crore, is funded 60% by foreign agencies and 40% by the Indian government. The BSRP comprises four corridors and two depots, with groundwork underway on Corridor 2 (Mallige Line) and Corridor 4 (Kanaka Line). Pre-construction work has begun on Corridor 1 (Sampige Line), and initial groundwork is underway on Corridor 3 (Kengeri-Whitefield). The project is expected to be completed by 2028, with the initial deadline of October 2025 unlikely to be met.

Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project (BSRP) ke liye, jo ki 149 km lamba hai aur Bengaluru mein intracity commute ko behtar banane ka lakshya hai, puri €800 million ki external funding mil gayi hai. Yeh funding European Investment Bank (EIB) aur German investment bank KfW se aaya hai, jismein se €300 million...
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aur €500 million respectively hai. Is funding ka istemal project ko jaldi karne mein hoga, jismein Corridor 1, Depot 2, track aur traction works ke liye tenders bhi shamil hain. Project ki kul lagat Rs 15,767 crore hai, jismein se 60% funding foreign agencies se aur 40% Indian government se aaya hai. BSRP mein chaar corridors aur do depots hain, jismein se Corridor 2 (Mallige Line) aur Corridor 4 (Kanaka Line) pe groundwork shuru ho chuka hai. Corridor 1 (Sampige Line) pe pre-construction kaam shuru ho chuka hai, aur Corridor 3 (Kengeri-Whitefield) pe initial groundwork chala raha hai. Project ke 2028 tak pura hone ki ummid hai, aur October 2025 ka pehle wala deadline milna mushkil hai.
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Jun 18 (20:00) Tenders Released for Construction of 8 Stations on Bengaluru's Mallige Line (www.newindianexpress.com)
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Jun 18 2024 (20:00)
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Jun 18 2024 (20:00)
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Jun 18 2024 (20:00)
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read full article... Bengaluru: Re-tendering done for 8 stations of suburban rail

The Karnataka Rail Infrastructure Development Enterprise (K-RIDE) has finally released tenders for the construction of eight stations on the Mallige Line (Corridor Two) of the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP). This line stretches 25.57 kilometers from Benniganahalli to Chikkabanavara and consists of 12 stations. The initial tender process for all 12...
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stations was cancelled in November 2023 due to only one bid received at a significantly higher price. The tender for the remaining four stations (Yeshwanthpur, Shettyhalli, Mydarahalli, and Chikkabanavara) is expected to be released within the next few days. The current tender covers structural aspects like entry/exit structures, foot over bridges, roofing, finishes, plumbing, facade, design, and engineering.

Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project (BSRP) ke Mallige Line (Corridor Two) pe, K-RIDE ne aakhirkar 8 stations banne ke liye tenders release kar diye hain. Ye line Benniganahalli se Chikkabanavara tak 25.57 kilometer lambi hai aur isme 12 stations hain. November 2023 mein sabhi 12 stations ke liye tenders cancel kar diye...
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gaye the, kyunki sirf ek hi bid aaya tha aur woh bahut zyada price mein tha. Aage ke 4 stations (Yeshwanthpur, Shettyhalli, Mydarahalli, aur Chikkabanavara) ke liye tenders next few days mein release hone wale hain. Abhi aaye hue tenders mein entry/exit structures, foot over bridges, roofing, finishes, plumbing, facade, design, aur engineering jaise structures ke details hain.
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