BMRCL becomes first metro operator to conduct 5G trials in India

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) successfully conducted trial runs for the Fifth-Generation mobile network at MG Road Metro Station. It is the first station in the country to conduct trials for the Telecom Authority of India (TRAI).

The pilot project was undertaken at MG Road station in Bengaluru with a 5G network deployed by Reliance Jio. The test has achieved 1.45 Gbps Download and 65 Mbps upload speeds, making it 50 times faster than 4G.

BMRCL Managing Director Anjum Parwez said, “We had been working on it with TRAI for nearly three months, with equipment installation done by Reliance Jio. By 11am Friday, we completed the trial successfully. It is a matter of pride that the city is facilitating TRAI in its move to bring in 5G in the country.”

Commuters will benefit from 5G technology as they will enjoy coverage throughout the journey. With 5G, QR generation and operation at the AFC gates will be easier. PoS machines at the ticket office (card reading) which rely upon data connection will also function smoothly.

Parwez added, “We can install them at depots, stations and the viaduct too. It will be a revenue source for BMRCL as we will charge the network provider for using our space while they would be able to spread their reach among more customers.” The ongoing trial at MG Road will go on for some time, he said.