India, Oct. 22 -- Bengaluru's Namma Metro plans to grow even further, with a new line planned to connect the upcoming international sports complex in the city's southeastern outskirts. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has added this extension to its largest proposed corridor following a recent feasibility study.

The main corridor, stretching 68 km from Kalena Agrahara on Bannerghatta Road to Kadugodi Tree Park near Whitefield, is expected to expand to approximately 72 km with the inclusion of a 3.5-4 km spur. This branch will divert from the mainline near Jigani and head towards Indlavadi, where the Rs.2,350-crore sports complex is planned at Surya City Phase 4, as per a report by Deccan Herald.

This spur line will a...