Overview

• Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar told the Legislative Assembly that Embassy Group paid just ₹1 crore of its ₹120 crore commitment to build and brand the Bettadalasuru station under CSR norms.
• Shivakumar noted that sponsors can secure naming rights through CSR funding and highlighted Embassy Group’s 250 acres of holdings near the proposed site.
• BJP MLA Munirathna countered that a single call from the deputy chief minister could trigger the remaining payment within 24 hours, while Opposition leader R. Ashok urged stronger government pressure on the developer.
• The deputy chief minister warned that the state government could cancel the agreement and invite alternative sponsors, including Munirathna, to fund and name the station if the balance remains unpaid.
• Removal of Bettadalasuru from Phase 2B plans underscores the Karnataka government’s intent to enforce sponsorship contracts as Bengaluru accelerates its metro expansion.