<p>Bengaluru: The rollout of the Pink Line prototype train has been postponed to December 11, sources in the know said. </p>.<p>The six-coach trainset was to be unveiled on Friday afternoon in the presence of senior BEML management and BMRCL officials. </p>.<p>But with Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar deciding to inspect the Blue Line works around the same time, the event has been rescheduled to Thursday. </p>.D K Shivakumar warns Namma Metro's Blue Line contractors, says no new work if deadlines slip.<p>Originally slated for delivery in June 2025, the prototype was delayed due to shortages of key equipment and delays in type tests. </p>.<p>Once the prototype arrives, the BMRCL will seek statutory approvals for the new rolling stock. The Pink Line's elevated section is slated to open in May 2026. </p>
<p>Bengaluru: The rollout of the Pink Line prototype train has been postponed to December 11, sources in the know said. </p>.<p>The six-coach trainset was to be unveiled on Friday afternoon in the presence of senior BEML management and BMRCL officials. </p>.<p>But with Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar deciding to inspect the Blue Line works around the same time, the event has been rescheduled to Thursday. </p>.D K Shivakumar warns Namma Metro's Blue Line contractors, says no new work if deadlines slip.<p>Originally slated for delivery in June 2025, the prototype was delayed due to shortages of key equipment and delays in type tests. </p>.<p>Once the prototype arrives, the BMRCL will seek statutory approvals for the new rolling stock. The Pink Line's elevated section is slated to open in May 2026. </p>
