Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for development projects worth more than ₹15,600 crore in Karnataka on 13 November 2026. The projects cover urban transportation, renewable energy, power transmission, petroleum infrastructure, railway connectivity, waste management and public facilities.
The Prime Minister’s visit will begin in Bengaluru, followed by programmes in Mysuru. The announcements include the inauguration of a new stretch of Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line, the launch of a Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru with coastal Karnataka and Goa, and the commissioning of a major underground liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facility in Mangaluru.
The projects are expected to support Karnataka’s transportation network, strengthen energy infrastructure and improve regional connectivity.
Bengaluru Metro Pink Line to Expand Network
At around 1:15 pm on 13 November, PM Modi will inaugurate the 7.5-kilometre elevated section of Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line between Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere. Developed at an estimated cost of ₹3,470 crore, the stretch includes five stations, including IIM Bangalore.
With the commissioning of this section, Bengaluru Metro’s operational network will expand from 96.1 kilometres to 103.6 kilometres. The additional connectivity is expected to improve public transportation access in southern Bengaluru and provide commuters with another option for daily travel.
As part of the inauguration programme, the Prime Minister will undertake a metro ride from Tavarekere station to IIM Bangalore station.
Vande Bharat Express to Connect Bengaluru with Coastal Karnataka and Goa
Railway connectivity will also receive attention during the visit, with PM Modi scheduled to flag off the Yesvantpur-Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express at around 2 pm.
The service will extend the existing Mangaluru-Madgaon route to Bengaluru, establishing a direct rail connection between the state capital, coastal Karnataka and Goa.
Regular services in both directions will commence on 15 November 2026. The train will operate six days a week and have 12 intermediate stops, including Hassan, Sakleshpur, Udupi and Karwar.
The extended service is expected to improve passenger connectivity between Bengaluru and important destinations across the coastal region.
₹9,000 Crore Plus Investment in Renewable Energy Transmission
Power transmission and renewable energy infrastructure form a significant part of the projects scheduled for inauguration.
PM Modi will inaugurate transmission schemes associated with renewable energy zones in Koppal and Gadag, developed at an estimated cost of ₹4,450 crore. These projects will facilitate the evacuation of approximately 2 gigawatts of renewable energy.
Additional transmission infrastructure at Davanagere and Ballari, together valued at more than ₹4,550 crore, will further strengthen the state’s electricity transmission network.
The projects are expected to improve the integration of renewable energy into Karnataka’s power grid and support the transmission of electricity generated from renewable energy zones to consumption centres.
India’s Largest Underground LPG Storage Facility in Mangaluru
Another major project is the inauguration of India’s largest underground LPG storage cavern in Mangaluru. Developed at a cost exceeding ₹850 crore, the facility will have a storage capacity of 80,000 metric tonnes.
The infrastructure includes a 9.4-kilometre pipeline connecting New Mangalore Port with the main terminal. The facility is expected to strengthen petroleum infrastructure and provide additional storage capacity for LPG.
Underground storage facilities play an important role in maintaining energy reserves and supporting the country’s petroleum supply infrastructure.
Railway Stations and Mysuru Planetarium Projects
During the visit, the Prime Minister will also inaugurate four redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The redevelopment programme focuses on improving passenger amenities and upgrading railway station infrastructure.
In Mysuru, PM Modi will inaugurate the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium, adding to the city’s educational and public science infrastructure. The facility is expected to support astronomy education and provide visitors with opportunities to explore scientific concepts related to space and the universe.
Infrastructure Development Across Multiple Sectors
The projects worth over ₹15,600 crore reflect investments across several infrastructure segments in Karnataka. From expanding Bengaluru’s metro network and improving intercity rail connectivity to strengthening renewable energy transmission and LPG storage capacity, the initiatives cover both urban and regional infrastructure requirements.
The combination of transportation, energy and public infrastructure projects is expected to support economic activity, improve connectivity and strengthen Karnataka’s infrastructure network.
