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INDIA. Today’s compelling images are courtesy of Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which on Saturday (24 May) celebrated the 17th anniversary of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru.
From a start-up, single terminal operation in 2008, the Bengaluru gateway has grown to become India’s third-busiest airport, one synonymous with sense and taste of place, cultural integrity, innovation, sustainability and world-class service.
“Seventeen years on, we’ve grown into more than just an airport. We’ve become a trusted gateway – linking people, goods, and ideas across the globe. With every flight, every shipment, and every interaction, we’ve worked to enhance the travel experience while contributing to the region’s economic and social growth,” BIAL says.
No-one who has visited this great airport would question such a claim. ✈
Footnote: The Moodie Davitt Report Founder & Chairman Martin Moodie is visiting Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, having been a judge in the 2025 BIAL Pinnacle Awards, which recognise and reward performance excellence among airport stakeholders. Look out for his on-location report next week.
