Subsidised rates for long-duration parking, among proposals in BMRCL’s new draft parking policy
The Hindu
BMRCL drafts parking policy to manage Bengaluru metro station parking chaos, improve connectivity, and reduce traffic congestion.
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As Bengaluru’s Namma Metro sees a surge in passengers, parking chaos around metro stations has emerged as a serious issue. To address this, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has drawn up a draft parking policy aimed at managing the growing demand for parking and improving first and last-mile connectivity, which has long deterred many from using the metro.
The proposed policy aims to regulate parking near metro stations, enhance accessibility, and promote public transport usage while alleviating traffic congestion in the city. BMRCL has invited public feedback before finalising the policy.
Commuters have frequently expressed frustration over the lack of organised parking at metro stations, which discourages metro usage and worsens Bengaluru’s traffic problems. “The need for a well-structured parking policy has become evident due to the increasing demand for parking spaces, especially near metro stations,” said a BMRCL official.
“First and last-mile connectivity remains inadequate. We need a comprehensive parking regime that could encourage metro usage and reduce the reliance on private vehicles,” he added.
Source: Draft Metro Parking Policy by BMRCL
The draft policy proposes the development of park-and-ride facilities at peripheral, terminal, and interchange metro stations, where parking demand is highest. It reserves parking exclusively for metro commuters, preventing misuse by non-metro users or nearby businesses. The policy also emphasises safety, with provisions like 24/7 CCTV surveillance, emergency contacts, and fire safety equipment.
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