Bengaluru, Aug. 12 -- Bengaluru's long-awaited Namma Metro Yellow Line was finally thrown open to the public on August 11, 2025, marking a transformative moment for the city's daily commuters, particularly those travelling to its southern tech hubs and industrial corridors.

Here's how Bengaluru residents reacted to the metro train on its first day:

Immediate impact: Crowds, queues and social media celebrations

From the early hours, thousands of Bengaluru residents queued up at stations such as RV Road, Silk Board and Electronics City, eager to experience the new 19.15 km elevated corridor running from Rashtreeya Vidyalaya Road (RV Road) to Bommasandra.

People shared their excitement and experiences on social media sites, posting video...