[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"homepage-faqs":3,"blog-bangalore-metro-purple-line-whitefield-to-challaghatta-route-guide":34,"footer-social-contacts":45},[4,7,10,13,16,19,22,25,28,31],{"answer":5,"question":6},"\u003Cp> The application process is typically like a KYC process to get to know our customers. \u003C/p> ","What is the application process like?",{"answer":8,"question":9},"\u003Cp> The rental contract is for a standard of 11 months. However, you can choose how long you want to stay. \u003C/p> ","What are the common lease terms?",{"answer":11,"question":12},"\u003Cp> Yes, you have the option to renew your rental agreement whenever you wish to. \u003C/p> ","Can I renew my lease at the end of the term?",{"answer":14,"question":15},"\u003Cp> Lock in period is a commitment given by the tenants to us in order to avail free common area maintenance charge. Lock-in period should be a minimum of 6 months to avail free common area maintenance charge. \u003C/p> ","Is there any Commitment/Lock in period?",{"answer":17,"question":18},"\u003Cp> No, once the contract is made you cannot update or change the lock-in period or any other terms. \u003C/p> ","Can you renew or update only the lock in period?",{"answer":20,"question":21},"\u003Cp> Being fair &transparent is our core value and we inform all our tenants about our terms &conditions in detail prior to the booking. There are no hidden charges or terms. \u003C/p> ","Are they any hidden charges?",{"answer":23,"question":24},"\u003Cp> Both aspects operate independently. Contract period is the 11 month legal term under which tenants will rent the flat with KOTS. Renewal of contracts is possible. On the other hand, the lock-in period refers to the duration for which the tenant commits to remain without terminating the contract, enabling them to take advantage of the free common area maintenance charges offered. \u003C/p> ","What is the difference between contract period and lock-in period?",{"answer":26,"question":27},"\u003Cp> The common area maintenance charges offered will be reversed and you will be charged monthly common area maintenance charges for the entire stay duration. \u003C/p> ","What happens if you terminate the contract (or) vacate the home during the Lock-In period ?",{"answer":29,"question":30},"\u003Cp> Yes, the tenants have to serve 45 days notice period before they terminate the contract. \u003C/p> ","Is there any notice period to terminate the contract?",{"answer":32,"question":33},"\u003Cp> Move out charges include painting charges to be paid (one time) by the Sub-Lessee in advance or in pre-paid manner at the time of booking the flat. If the rented flat is of Studio / 1BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 14,500 (Fourteen thousand five hundred.) and if the rented flat is a 2BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 19,500 (Nineteen thousand five hundred.).\u003C/p>","Are there any painting charges or move out charges?",{"addedDate":35,"author":36,"authorImage":37,"banner":38,"category":39,"categoryCount":40,"contents":41,"excerpt":45,"meta":46,"slug":50,"status":51,"thumbnail":52,"title":53},"27-10-2025","Mallikarjun E Guggari","https://www.w3schools.com/howto/img_avatar.png","OfficialBlogBanner-1031384 (4).jpeg","Urban Gated Apartments",1,[42],{"content":43,"type":44},"\u003Cmain class=\"max-w-5xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8 py-8\">\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-6\">\n      The Purple Line of Bangalore's Namma Metro is a vital east-west link. Running from Whitefield in the east to Challaghatta in the west (over 43 km), it connects major hubs like MG Road, Majestic (Kempegowda), and KR Puram. This corridor is transforming daily travel by reducing commute times and easing road congestion.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003C!-- Overview -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Overview of the Purple Line Metro Bangalore\u003C/h2>\n    \n    \u003Cfigure class=\"mt-4 mb-6 overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-gray-200\">\n    \u003Cimg\n      src=\"https://kots-world.b-cdn.net/renting/blogs/full/purple-line-metro-map-bangalore.png\"\n      width=\"540\"\n      height=\"304\"\n      alt=\"Bangalore Namma Metro Purple Line route map from Whitefield to Challaghatta\"\n      class=\"w-full h-auto\"\n      loading=\"lazy\"\n    />\n    \u003Cfigcaption class=\"px-4 py-2 text-sm text-gray-600\">\n      Purple Line route map (Whitefield ↔ Challaghatta)\n    \u003C/figcaption>\n  \u003C/figure>\n\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-4\">\n      The Purple Line metro bangalore connects the eastern IT corridor around Whitefield/ITPL to western Bengaluru, serving key destinations including MG Road and Majestic.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-xl font-semibold mb-2\">What Makes the Purple Line Important?\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-6\">\n      \u003Cli>Links IT clusters (Whitefield, Baiyappanahalli) with western commercial/residential areas.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Serves thousands daily — IT professionals, students, and residents.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Interchanges with other lines (e.g., Green at Majestic; future links via Silk Board/ORR projects).\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Feature\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Detail\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Total Length\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">43.49 km\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Number of Stations\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">37\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Operation Start\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Initial sections in 2011; latest stretch operational from 2023\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Major Interchanges\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Majestic (Kempegowda), Baiyappanahalli, KR Puram, MG Road\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003C!-- Route -->\n    \n    \u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Note :\u003C/strong>When will the \u003Ca class=\"text-blue-600\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.kots.world/blog/pink-line-metro-bangalore-route-map-connectivity-and-launch-timeline\">Pink Line Metro in Bangalore start\u003C/a>?\n    The Pink Line Metro is expected to begin commercial operations in phases during 2026. Read this blog to know the latest updates on its trial runs, projected launch dates, and section-wise opening schedule.\u003C/p>\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Purple Line Metro Bangalore Route — List of Metro Stations\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-4\">\n      The Whitefield (Kadugodi) → Challaghatta corridor spans east to west with several key stations along the way.\n    \u003C/p>\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Key Stations Along the Route\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-6\">\n      \u003Cli>Whitefield (Kadugodi)\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>KR Puram\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Baiyappanahalli\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Mahalakshmi Layout\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>MG Road\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Majestic (Kempegowda)\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Challaghatta\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-4\">Stations are integrated with BMTC buses, autos, and taxis for last-mile connectivity.\u003C/p>\n\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Station Name\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Notable Nearby Locations\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Type\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Whitefield (Kadugodi)\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">ITPL, Whitefield Market\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Elevated\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">KR Puram\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">KR Puram Market, Railway Station\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Elevated\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Baiyappanahalli\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">HAL (old airport area), Local Markets\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Elevated\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Mahalakshmi Layout\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Residential Areas\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Elevated\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">MG Road\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Commercial Hub\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Underground\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Majestic (Kempegowda)\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">CBD, BMTC & KSRTC Bus Stations\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Underground\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Challaghatta\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Mysuru Road, Southwestern Periphery\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Elevated\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003C!-- Whitefield–KR Puram quick facts -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Whitefield–KR Puram Metro Line — Quick Facts\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Fact\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Detail\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Distance\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">~13 km\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Stations\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">12 (incl. Whitefield, Hoodi, Baiyappanahalli, KR Puram)\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Travel Time\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">~20 minutes\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Frequency\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Every 5–10 minutes (peak)\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Key Nearby Hubs\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">ITPL, HAL area, KR Puram Railway Station\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003C!-- Updates -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Latest Metro Updates & Expansions\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-xl font-semibold mb-2\">What’s New?\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-4\">\n      \u003Cli>Entire corridor from Whitefield to Challaghatta is operational end-to-end.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Typical end-to-end travel time is around \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">80–85 minutes\u003C/span>.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>QR code ticketing (including WhatsApp options) for quick, contactless entry.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>More train services during peak periods to improve headways.\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-xl font-semibold mb-2\">Upcoming Extensions\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-6\">\n      Indicative plans include further connectivity towards growth corridors (e.g., Hoskote/Bidadi timelines discussed around 2030) and major junctions integrating with ORR projects. For official updates, refer to BMRCL/Namma Metro channels.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003C!-- Timings -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Metro Timings and Frequency\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Operating Hours\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-4\">\n      \u003Cli>First train from Whitefield (Kadugodi): ~5:00 AM\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Last train from Challaghatta: ~10:45 PM (inter-station ~11:05 PM)\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Train Frequency\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Time Period\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Frequency\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Peak Hours (Morning & Evening)\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">3–10 minutes\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Off-Peak Hours\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">10–15 minutes\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Weekend Service\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">10–15 minutes\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003C!-- Fares -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Fare Structure and Ticketing Options\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Distance-Based Fare\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-4\">\n      Fares typically range from \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">₹10 to ₹90\u003C/span> depending on distance. A full-length Whitefield → Challaghatta trip costs about \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">₹90\u003C/span>.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Ticket Types\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Ticket Type\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Fare Range (₹)\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Benefits\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Single Journey\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">10–90\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Good for occasional travel\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Smart Card\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Distance-based\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Saves time & money for daily commuters\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">QR Code (incl. WhatsApp)\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">As per distance\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Instant, paperless, convenient\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003C!-- Connectivity -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Connectivity and Last-Mile Transport\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Interchange Stations\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-4\">\n      \u003Cli>Majestic (Kempegowda) → Green Line interchange\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Baiyappanahalli → access to HAL area & feeder services\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>KR Puram → Rail & bus connectivity\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Silk Board (future) → planned Yellow/Blue/ORR links\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Ch3 class=\"text-lg font-semibold mb-2\">Local Transport Options\u003C/h3>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-6\">\n      \u003Cli>BMTC buses at most stations (e.g., Whitefield, Challaghatta).\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Auto, taxi, and e-rickshaw availability at exits.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Corporate shuttles/ORRCA buses enhance last-mile for IT hubs.\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003C!-- Real Estate -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Impact on Real Estate and Commuting\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-4\">\n      The Purple Line has driven residential and commercial development around many stations. Improved access reduces commute times and stress, supporting better work-life balance.\n    \u003C/p>\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-8\">\n      \u003Ctable class=\"min-w-full text-sm border border-gray-200\">\n        \u003Cthead class=\"bg-gray-100 text-black\">\n          \u003Ctr>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Area\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Approx. Rental Increase %\u003C/th>\n            \u003Cth class=\"p-3 text-left border\">Metro Impact\u003C/th>\n          \u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/thead>\n        \u003Ctbody>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Whitefield\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">15–20%\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Near Whitefield Metro Station\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Mahalakshmi Layout\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">10–15%\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Close to Mahalakshmi Layout station\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n          \u003Ctr>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">MG Road Area\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">18–22%\u003C/td>\u003Ctd class=\"p-3 border\">Near MG Road station & commercial hubs\u003C/td>\u003C/tr>\n        \u003C/tbody>\n      \u003C/table>\n    \u003C/div>\n\n    \u003Cp class=\"text-sm text-gray-600 mb-8\">\n      Note: If you’re specifically looking for flats for rent near metro stations, a curated list can save significant search time.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003C!-- App -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Namma Metro Mobile Application\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-4\">\n      \u003Cli>\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Booking QR Tickets:\u003C/span> One-way/return tickets instantly.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Real-time Schedules:\u003C/span> Live updates on arrivals and frequency.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Route Planner:\u003C/span> Trip planning with exit maps.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Smart Card Recharge:\u003C/span> Recharge directly in-app.\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-8\">This makes daily transit more convenient and contactless by reducing queues.\u003C/p>\n\n    \u003C!-- QR booking how-to -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Booking QR Tickets Through the Namma Metro App\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Col class=\"list-decimal pl-6 mb-6 space-y-1\">\n      \u003Cli>Download and register on the app (Android/iOS).\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Select origin and destination stations.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Choose ticket type (single/return).\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Pay using integrated payment options.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Receive the QR on your phone; scan at entry/exit gates.\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ol>\n\n    \u003C!-- Contacts -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Bangalore Metro Purple Line — Contact Details\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cul class=\"pl-0 mb-6\">\n      \u003Cli class=\"mb-1\">\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Customer Care:\u003C/span> 1800-425-12345\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli class=\"mb-1\">\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Email:\u003C/span> \u003Ca href=\"mailto:travelhelp@bmrc.co.in\" class=\"text-black hover:underline\">travelhelp@bmrc.co.in\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli class=\"mb-1\">\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Official Website:\u003C/span> \u003Ca href=\"https://english.bmrc.co.in\" class=\"text-black hover:underline\">english.bmrc.co.in\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003C!-- Key takeaways -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Key Takeaways\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cul class=\"list-disc pl-6 mb-6\">\n      \u003Cli>Whitefield ↔ Challaghatta corridor with \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">37\u003C/span> stations over ~\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">43 km\u003C/span>.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>End-to-end travel time ~\u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">80–85 minutes\u003C/span>.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Major stations: MG Road, Majestic, Baiyappanahalli, Mahalakshmi Layout.\u003C/li>\n      \u003Cli>Operating hours roughly \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">5:00 AM–11:00 PM\u003C/span>.\u003C/li>\n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003C!-- Conclusion -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-semibold text-black mt-8 mb-3\">Conclusion\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp class=\"mb-6\">\n      Spanning ~43.5 km with 37 stations, the Purple Line connects key areas from Whitefield to Challaghatta with reliable service throughout the day. Fares range from ₹10–₹90, and integration with other lines and last-mile options makes it a practical choice for daily commuting. The Namma Metro app further streamlines ticketing via QR codes. Overall, the line reduces road traffic, shortens journeys, and positively impacts real estate near stations.\n    \u003C/p>\n\n    \u003C!-- FAQ -->\n    \u003Ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold text-black mt-10 mb-4\">Frequently Asked Questions\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cdiv class=\"space-y-3\" id=\"faq\">\n      \u003C!-- FAQ item -->\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">1) Is metro available to Challaghatta?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\">\u003Cpath stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Yes. The Purple Line runs all the way to Challaghatta.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">2) What time is the metro from Whitefield to Challaghatta?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          First trains start around \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">5:00 AM\u003C/span>; last trains operate until roughly \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">10:45–11:05 PM\u003C/span> depending on station.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">3) How long is the journey from Challaghatta to Whitefield?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          About \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">80–85 minutes\u003C/span> end-to-end (typical ~83 minutes).\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">4) Which is the last stop on the Purple Line?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Challaghatta\u003C/span> is the western terminus.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">5) What is the one-way fare from Whitefield (Kadugodi) to Challaghatta?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Approximately \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">₹90\u003C/span> (distance-based).\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">6) What are the starting and ending points of the Purple Line?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Whitefield (Kadugodi)\u003C/span> in the east to \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">Challaghatta\u003C/span> in the west.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">7) What metro stations serve the Whitefield tech corridor?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Whitefield (Kadugodi), Hopefarm Channasandra, Kadugodi Tree Park, Pattanduru Agrahara, Sri Sathya Sai Hospital, Nallurhalli, Kundalahalli, Seetharampalya, Hoodi, Garudacharapalya.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">8) Approx. fare from Whitefield to MG Road / Majestic?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Whitefield → MG Road: ~₹70; Whitefield → Majestic: ~₹80 (distance-based).\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">9) Is there direct metro to Kempegowda International Airport?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Not yet. Future lines (e.g., Blue/airport link) are planned to connect via KR Puram/Silk Board.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">10) Is Silk Board connected to the metro?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          Not currently. Connectivity is planned through upcoming projects.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n\n      \u003Cdiv class=\"border border-gray-200 rounded-lg\">\n        \u003Cbutton class=\"faq-toggle w-full flex items-center justify-between p-4 text-left\">\n          \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">11) How many stations are there between Whitefield and Majestic?\u003C/span>\n          \u003Csvg class=\"faq-arrow w-5 h-5 text-gray-500 transition-transform duration-300\">\u003Cpath stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"/>\u003C/svg>\n        \u003C/button>\n        \u003Cdiv class=\"faq-content max-h-0 overflow-hidden transition-all duration-300 px-4 pb-0 text-gray-600\">\n          On the Purple Line segment from Whitefield to Majestic there are about \u003Cspan class=\"font-medium\">23\u003C/span> stations in total.\n        \u003C/div>\n      \u003C/div>\n    \u003C/div>\n  \u003C/main>\n\n  \u003C!-- FAQ accordion logic (closed by default, rotate arrow on open) -->\n  \u003Cscript>\n    const toggles = document.querySelectorAll('.faq-toggle');\n    toggles.forEach(btn => {\n      btn.addEventListener('click', () => {\n        const content = btn.nextElementSibling;\n        const arrow = btn.querySelector('.faq-arrow');\n\n        // Close all others\n        document.querySelectorAll('.faq-content').forEach(el => {\n          if (el !== content) {\n            el.style.maxHeight = null;\n            el.classList.add('pb-0');\n            const ar = el.previousElementSibling.querySelector('.faq-arrow');\n            if (ar) ar.classList.remove('rotate-180');\n          }\n        });\n\n        // Toggle current\n        if (content.style.maxHeight) {\n          content.style.maxHeight = null;\n          content.classList.add('pb-0');\n          arrow.classList.remove('rotate-180');\n        } else {\n          content.style.maxHeight = content.scrollHeight + 'px';\n          content.classList.remove('pb-0');\n          arrow.classList.add('rotate-180');\n        }\n      });\n    });\n\n    // Ensure all are closed on load\n    document.querySelectorAll('.faq-content').forEach(el => {\n      el.style.maxHeight = null;\n      el.classList.add('pb-0');\n    });\n  \u003C/script>","text-block",null,{"metaDescription":47,"metaKeyword":48,"metaTitle":49},"Complete guide to the Purple Line Metro Bangalore, covering the full route from Whitefield to Challaghatta — with timings, fares, stations, and interchanges.","","Purple Line Metro Route: Whitefield to Challaghatta Updates","bangalore-metro-purple-line-whitefield-to-challaghatta-route-guide","success","Official-Thumbnail-Size322142 (4).jpeg","Bangalore Metro Purple Line: Whitefield to Challaghatta Route Guide"]