InMobi has secured the naming rights for Bengaluru’s Ibbaluru Metro Station for ₹65 crore over 30 years, and the stop will be called InMobi Ibbaluru Metro Station. Inc42 reported the deal on 10 November 2026.
InMobi will support Namma Metro over a 30-year concession. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) said the partnership would “support metro infrastructure development”.
What are the terms of the InMobi Ibbaluru Metro Station deal?
The deal is worth ₹65 crore and runs for 30 years. It will contribute to BMRCL’s non-fare revenue, which includes station branding and advertising. InMobi said: “This partnership is our way of giving back to the city that gave us our start.” The company added: “Bengaluru is one of the world’s leading technology hubs.”
What it means for Indian marketers
Station naming rights give a brand a long-term, fixed location in a city’s daily commute, and for the transit authority they add to revenue outside ticket sales. The source does not give InMobi’s marketing objectives for the deal or any ridership figures for the station.
Industry Reaction and Expert Commentary
The statements available are from BMRCL and InMobi. No analyst or advertiser reaction to the deal was found in the source.
Where does InMobi stand ahead of its IPO?
Inc42 notes that in July 2024 reports said InMobi was targeting a 2025 IPO at a valuation of around $10 billion. The timeline has slipped, and InMobi has not yet filed its draft red herring prospectus. In December 2025, InMobi’s cofounders bought back about 25-30% of the company from SoftBank, reducing SoftBank’s holding from about 35% to less than 8%, backed by $350 million in debt from Varde Partners, Elham Credit Partners and SeaTown Holdings. In 2026, True North reportedly acquired a 2-3% stake in a secondary transaction valued at around $50-60 million. InMobi has appointed JPMorgan Chase, Jefferies, Kotak Mahindra Capital and Axis Capital as merchant bankers, and earlier reports pegged the proposed IPO at around $1 billion.
What Happens Next?
The source does not say when the new station name will appear on signage. InMobi acquired San Francisco-based mobile app analytics platform MobileAction in May 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did InMobi pay for the Ibbaluru Metro Station naming rights?
InMobi will pay ₹65 crore for naming rights over 30 years.
What will the station be called?
It will be called InMobi Ibbaluru Metro Station.
Who is the transit authority behind the deal?
The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), which said the partnership would support metro infrastructure development.
Source: Inc42, 10 November 2026.
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