Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and InMobi have signed a long-term agreement under which Ibbaluru Metro Station in Bengaluru will be renamed InMobi Ibbaluru Metro Station. The technology company has secured the station’s naming rights for 30 years, with a total contractual commitment of ₹65 crore, excluding GST.
The partnership aims to support Bengaluru’s public transport infrastructure and encourage sustainable urban mobility. It brings together BMRCL’s metro network and private-sector investment to support the city’s expanding public transportation ecosystem.
InMobi Secures 30-Year Naming Rights for Ibbaluru Metro Station
Under the agreement, the station will carry the InMobi name for the next 30 years. The contractual commitment of ₹65 crore excludes GST.
Founded in Bengaluru, InMobi said the partnership represents a long-term investment in the city where the company began its journey and grew into a global technology business.
The collaboration reflects the role of public infrastructure in connecting people with workplaces, educational institutions and economic opportunities.
Partnership Aims to Support Sustainable Urban Mobility
BMRCL and InMobi aim to encourage greater use of public transport through the partnership. The initiative is aligned with Bengaluru’s broader efforts to address traffic congestion and environmental pressures through improved urban mobility infrastructure.
The companies also highlighted the importance of collaboration between public institutions and private enterprises in supporting long-term urban development.
By linking corporate investment with public transport infrastructure, the partnership seeks to contribute to a more connected and accessible Bengaluru.
Leadership Comments
Dr. P. C. Jaffer, IAS, Managing Director, BMRCL, said: “We are delighted to welcome InMobi, India’s first double unicorn company, as our partner in the development of Bengaluru’s Metro infrastructure. This partnership demonstrates how leading corporate organisations can contribute meaningfully to the growth of public transport. The Rs. 65 crore arrangement will support Metro infrastructure development while strengthening BMRCL’s non-fare revenue initiatives. We look forward to many more such partnerships with Bengaluru’s corporate community.”
“Bengaluru gave InMobi the confidence to imagine and build a global future,” said Naveen Tewari, Founder and CEO, InMobi. “As we have grown, so has our sense of responsibility towards the city that shaped our journey. This partnership reflects our commitment to giving back to Bengaluru and our belief that businesses have a role to play in the development of the communities they are a part of. As we continue building from India for the world, we remain equally committed to contributing to the city where our journey began.”
Dr. Subi Chaturvedi, Global SVP, Chief Corporate Affairs and Public Policy Officer, InMobi, further added, “A city’s progress is felt in the daily lives of its citizens: how easily a student reaches college, a professional gets to work or a family travels across the city. Public transport makes those connections possible. Through our partnership with BMRCL, we are committing to Bengaluru’s future with the patience and responsibility that city-building requires. Our intention is to create lasting public value through infrastructure that serves people across generations. It’s truly a moment of great pride for all InMobians.”
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