Bengaluru's New Skywalk Connects ITPB to Metro, Easing Commute for 50,000 Techies
Nearly 50,000 technology professionals in Bengaluru's Whitefield corridor will experience a significant improvement in their daily commute. A new skywalk officially launched on Friday, linking the Pattandur Agrahara Metro station directly to the International Tech Park Bengaluru campus.
Safer and Faster Route to Work
The skywalk offers a much safer and faster route for employees. It completely eliminates the need to cross the congested service road near the metro station. This road has been a major concern for pedestrians during peak hours.
The International Tech Park Bengaluru houses close to 140 technology companies. It sees a daily footfall ranging between 60,000 and 70,000 people. The new infrastructure is expected to make a substantial difference for this large workforce.
Public-Private Partnership Success
CapitaLand and the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited developed this skywalk under a public-private partnership model. CapitaLand bore the entire construction cost. The company also paid BMRCL a connectivity fee. The metro agency approved the design and all necessary permissions for the project.
The skywalk also connects to Park Square Mall, which is attached to the ITPB campus. This integration makes commutes more convenient for employees. It should encourage greater use of the metro system among tech park workers.
Employee Reactions and Experiences
Employees at the tech park have welcomed the new skywalk enthusiastically. They describe it as a genuine game-changer for their daily travel.
Harish Naik, an ITPB employee, expressed strong support for the initiative. "It is the responsibility of the company to provide a safe environment for employees to reach the workplace, and this skywalk does exactly that," he stated. "During peak hours, the service road is clogged with autos and parked vehicles. Pedestrians are forced to navigate through heavy traffic. I work night shifts, and the walk from the tech park to the metro station never feels safe. This direct access makes a big difference."
Pallavi KV, who travels from RR Nagar, shared her experience. "The tech park entrance is barely 100 metres from the metro exit, but crossing that stretch is chaotic," she explained. "The skywalk will save at least 10 minutes of walking. It will help us avoid traffic completely. Since many of us use the mall while entering or exiting work, this direct connection to the metro makes commuting far more convenient."
Balaji D, a commuter who often uses buses, highlighted the traffic dangers. "Traffic here is so bad that one mistake could lead to serious accidents," he noted. "There is a zebra crossing, but no pedestrian signal. Employees who depend on buses struggle the most. While I may still use the metro route to avoid the road, the skywalk should cut down the time spent climbing and exiting the station."
The new skywalk represents a practical solution to a long-standing problem. It addresses safety concerns while improving efficiency for Bengaluru's large tech community.
