Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 Opening Today: PM Modi inaugurates new terminal of Kempegowda International Airport | PHOTOS, VIDEOS
Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 Opening Today: The Terminal-2 has been built on four guiding principles -- 'Terminal in a Garden', sustainability, technology and innovation, and art and culture of Karnataka.
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Bengaluru Airport Terminal 2 Opening Today: PM Modi to inaugurate new terminal of Kempegowda International Airport | PHOTOS - Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Terminal-2 of the Kempegowda International Airport on November 11 (Friday).
Here are glimpses from Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport
New terminal has been developed at an investment of Rs 5,000 crore
The new terminal of Kempegowda International Airport 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.
Terminal establishes a new vision for sustainable growth
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.
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Swanky garden-themed Terminal
The Terminal-2 has been built on four guiding principles -- 'Terminal in a Garden', sustainability, technology and innovation, and art and culture of Karnataka.
T-2 is an architectural wonder
The T-2 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.
Hanging garden
A big draw of Terminal-2 will be its hanging garden. The designers have also kept in mind the rich art and culture of Karnataka while designing the terminal.
Rich history and cultural heritage of Karnataka have been integrated
The rich history and cultural heritage of Karnataka have been integrated into the design of T-2 with focus on tradition, technology and contemporary facets.
Karnataka and South India will be showcased through the gardens
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.
PM Modi will also address a public rally being organized during the course of his visit on November 11.
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