Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Karnataka Government Divided Over Second Airport Location
The Karnataka government is having a disagreement about where to build Bengaluru’s second international airport.
The Chief Minister wants it near Kanakapura, while the Deputy Chief Minister thinks Tumakuru is better.
The government is trying to decide because the current airport is very busy.
People are also worried about land being taken for the new airport.
The BJP leader wants the government to think about what’s best for the whole state and talk to everyone before making a decision.
Karnataka government is divided over the location of Bengaluru’s second international airport.
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar supports Kanakapura, while Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G Parameshwara prefers Tumakuru.
The new airport aims to ease the burden on Kempegowda International Airport.
BJP State President B Y Vijayendra urges the government to consider the state's long-term development.
Protests and concerns over land acquisition are growing in parts of Bengaluru South district.
- Who
- Karnataka government officials, including Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G Parameshwara, along with BJP State President B Y Vijayendra.
- What
- A disagreement over the location of Bengaluru’s second international airport.
- When
- The issue is currently under discussion with no final decision made.
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
- Why
- To ease the increasing passenger and operational burden on Kempegowda International Airport.
Kanakapura Proponents
Tumakuru Advocates
Preferred Location
Kanakapura Proponents
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar supports Kanakapura for the new airport.
Tumakuru Advocates
Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G Parameshwara insists on Tumakuru as the best location.
Convenience and Suitability
Kanakapura Proponents
Kanakapura is considered for its strategic location in the southern part of Bengaluru.
Tumakuru Advocates
Tumakuru is believed to offer greater convenience and has been supported for over 25 years.
- Chief Minister
- D K Shivakumar
- Deputy Chief Minister
- Dr. G Parameshwara
- Proposed Locations
- Kanakapura, Tumakuru
- Current Airport
- Kempegowda International Airport
- BJP State President
- B Y Vijayendra