Bengaluru people on Kempegowda International Airport, Terminal 2 winning the World Special Prize for an Interior 2023 in the airports category and called it a "commendable feat". In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi shared the glimpses from the Terminal building’s inauguration last year.
“A commendable feat! Congratulations to the people of Bengaluru. Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport is not just a gateway to the vibrant city of Bengaluru but also a showcase of architectural brilliance," he wrote on the microblogging site.
“This accomplishment reflects the country's growing prowess in combining world-class infrastructure with artistic beauty," the Prime Minister added. Besides this, the Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru has also secured the top position as the world's most punctual airport in October this year.
On-time departure ranking measures the percentage of flights that departed within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. The Kempegowda International Airport operated by Bangalore International Airport Limited maintained an "impressive" on-time departure experience for passengers, with 87.51 percent punctuality in July, 89.66 percent in August, and 88.51 percent in September, a BIAL statement had earlier said.
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