Integrating HSRL and Metro- A thought?

Hi Transmogrifier, What you expressed would have made perfect sense elsewhere in the world as most cities abroad do not plan or insist on very strict security arrangements on their metro-rail systems. One may carry suitcases, bicycles, prams, etc. on any of the Metros in cities in Europe or America, even those in japan or East Asia. Some of those that did not have arrangements for this are now retrofitting their systems to permit these to be carried now - Berlin's UBahn, one of the oldest systems, is an example. After the Parliament attack, our government had probably pushed for strict enforcement of security procedures on the Delhi metro, & this seems to have become standard, more or less. Large suitcases, etc will not be permitted to be carried on Metros, as & when new ones are built across the country, & Bangalore is no exception. There are advantages as it makes the system safer & more convenient for daily commuters that will not have large parcels with them, but it also goes against the new line of international thinking. Apart from this, it discourages vendors & petty businessmen from loading their wares on to Metro coaches, like they do on mumbai's local trains. Because of this, the City Metro will not be suitable for airport connectivity, unless additional security features are installed at each of the 40-odd stations to screen & permit luggage. If this were done, it would become more expensive & cause delays & inconveniences for daily commuters. Hence, the need for a separate rail system for the airport, with security screening features, as also city check-in facilities for the convenience of air passengers. I dont think expense is a problem now as BOOT options are available, & airport rail is assured business, when the nos. are large enough. The airport rail may not be needed now as the nos. are still not large, but it may become a necessity later. Hope the govt retains this option & plans for it during development of infrastructure.

Majestic is crowded already. I think if transfer is made like in other countries then is should be straight forward to get on HSRL. Take pink (they should make it red) line towards Byappanahalli from city station to Cricket statium stop change there for HSRL.

Those who have used the Heathrow express and Arlanda express can vouch for its convinience. If public transport is going to be enhanced throughout bangalore this is a useful and practical addition to this list. I personally would want a BIA express AKA HSRL whichever way it goes up/down/surface/all. I would rather have a dedicated express which will allow me to carry heavy luggage than compete with normal passengers and hence avoid the metro. The population seems to be split on this one.