Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Man Dies by Suicide at Bengaluru Metro Station
On July 27, 2024, at around 5:50 pm, a man named Rajesh, a 37-year-old former journalist, allegedly died by suicide by jumping in front of a running train at the Huskur Road Metro Station on the Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line.
This incident disrupted services on the Yellow Line, and the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) immediately switched off traction power and initiated safety protocols.
The identity of the man is being verified by the police, and further inquiry is underway.
The BMRCL has requested passengers to plan accordingly and is working to restore normal services as soon as possible.
The incident highlights the need for improved safety measures while also showcasing the operational efficiency of the metro system in responding to emergencies.
A man allegedly died by suicide by jumping in front of a running train at Huskur Road Metro Station on the Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line.
The incident disrupted services on the Yellow Line, with trains temporarily operating only between Electronic City and Bommasandra Metro Stations.
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) immediately switched off traction power and initiated safety protocols.
The identity of the man, identified as Rajesh (37), a former journalist, is being verified by the police, and further inquiry is underway.
The BMRCL has requested passengers to plan accordingly and is working to restore normal services as soon as possible.
- Who
- Rajesh (37), former journalist
- What
- Suspected suicide incident
- When
- July 27, 2024, at 5:50 pm
- Where
- Huskur Road Metro Station, Bengaluru
- Why
- Unknown (suspected suicide)
Public Safety Concerns
Infrastructure and Operational Efficiency
Incident Impact
Public Safety Concerns
The incident highlights the need for improved safety measures to prevent such occurrences and ensure passenger safety.
Infrastructure and Operational Efficiency
The quick response and adherence to safety protocols demonstrate the operational efficiency of the metro system.
- Date
- July 27, 2024
- Time
- 5:50 pm
- Location
- Huskur Road Metro Station, Bengaluru
- Metro Line
- Yellow Line
- Organization
- Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)
- Deceased
- Rajesh (37), former journalist
Sources
Man jumps in front of metro train in Bengaluru, dies; yellow line services affected briefly
Bengaluru Metro Disrupted After Man Dies by Suicide on Yellow Line
Man jumps in front of metro train in Bengaluru, dies
Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line Hit After Suspected Suicide at Huskur Road Station