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Maheshwar Rao Appointed as Managing Director of Bangalore Metro.

Appointments | Dated: 13 Jan 2026

Senior IAS officer Maheshwar Rao has been appointed as the new Managing Director of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). The appointment was made by the Karnataka government and approved by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. He replaces Anjum Parwez.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Rao previously served as the Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Mining.
  • BMRCL is a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Karnataka.
  • He will oversee the expansion of the "Namma Metro" network.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Maheshwar Rao.
  • Role: MD of BMRCL.
  • City: Bengaluru.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director of BMRCL (Namma Metro)?

Correct Answer: Maheshwar Rao

🚀 Quick Recap:

About BMRCL

  • Common Name – Namma Metro
  • HQ – Bengaluru