Based on future economic growth patterns, demographic splits, and demand potential, Bengaluru needs a second airport, ideally on the stretch between Bengaluru and Mysuru. This is what the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) has proposed in a report submitted to the state government.

A second airport, in addition to the existing Kempegowda International Airport, will help air connectivity drive growth in Mysuru, Hassan, Kodagu, and Harohalli in the future. The report anticipates that the existing airport will face capacity constraints by 2030, even with a second terminal.

Besides decongesting the airport and the city, a second airport will help the industry’s expansion outside Bengaluru. This would boost balanced growth as infrastructure is a key driver of industry and investment, the report says.

BCIC has urged the state government to move early on the project to address challenges of land acquisition and development, environmental issues, and road and rail connectivity. The Bengaluru–Mysuru corridor has been chosen for the project as it already has a well-developed road and rail infrastructure.

Source: Deccnherald.com