PM Modi to inaugurate glitzy Terminal-2 of Bengaluru airport on Friday
Bengaluru (PTI): The glitzy Terminal-2 of the Kempegowda International Airport, which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate on Friday, is set to dazzle the visitors, KIA officials say.
The T-2 has been developed at an investment of Rs 5,000 crore.
Spread in a total area of 2,55,645 square metres, the T-2 in its first phase will have 22 contact gates, 15 bus gates, 95 check-in solutions and 17 security check lanes.
There will be nine customs hand baggage screening. The gate lounge will have a seating capacity of 5,932. Phase 1 of T-2 has a capacity of 25 million passengers per annum.
"T-2 is designed in a manner that we retain the philosophy of simplicity and minimal walking distances for the passengers a key characteristic of the KIA. With the use of a combination of the latest in construction technology and natural material, this Terminal will establish a new vision for sustainable growth," a KIA official said.
According to him, the Terminal-2 has been built on four guiding principles -- 'Terminal in a Garden', sustainability, technology and innovation, and art and culture of Karnataka.
"The T2 is an architectural wonder, which is a first-of-its kind 'Terminal in a Garden'. It will have lush greenery within and outside and will be a visual delight like no other in the world. The passengers' experience is designed to be a walk in the garden while traveling through the new terminal," another KIA official said.
A big draw of Terminal-2 will be its 'hanging garden', according to him.
The designers have also kept in mind the rich art and culture of Karnataka while designing the terminal, KIA officials said.
"The rich history and cultural heritage of Karnataka have been integrated into the design of T2 with focus on tradition, technology and contemporary facets. The cultural diversity and unique art forms of Karnataka and South India will be showcased through the gardens, the dynamic environment and art installations," an official said.
Karnataka | PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, built at a cost of around Rs 5000 crores, on Nov 11.
— ANI (@ANI) November 9, 2022
T2 is designed as a tribute to the Garden city of Bengaluru; passenger experience is meant to be a “walk in the garden”. pic.twitter.com/0bFyyt7n1G
Here are glimpses from Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. This will lead to capacity expansion of the airport and will boost commerce. I am glad that the terminal building accords topmost importance to sustainability. @BLRAirport pic.twitter.com/9MxVyClhig
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 9, 2022
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Dakshina Kannada: Two girls drown while bathing near Kolyadakatta dam in Kadaba
Mangaluru: Two girl students drowned while bathing near the Kolyadakatta dam area of the Gundya river on Friday evening here in the Kadaba Taluk of the district.
The deceased have been identified as Arpita (15) and Sunita (21), both residents of Vimalagiri in Kutrupadi village.
According to reports, five girl students had visited the river along with their friends as it was a holiday. While bathing in the river, the two students reportedly entered a deeper portion of the water without realising the depth and began drowning.
Those accompanying them tried to rescue the duo, but were unsuccessful, leading to the tragedy.
After receiving information about the incident, Kadaba Police Station personnel visited the spot and conducted an inspection. The bodies were later recovered with the help of local residents.
