Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Chef Vikas Khanna Warns of Health Risk at Mumbai Airport
Chef Vikas Khanna, who is in Mumbai to shoot for MasterChef India, shared a picture of a carpet at the airport.
He said the carpet is very dirty and could be bad for people who have trouble breathing.
He asked the airport to remove it.
He also said the airport is otherwise very clean.
People online agreed with him.
The new season of MasterChef India will start on January 5.
On the show, a father and daughter talked about their dream to open a restaurant for their community's food.
Chef Vikas liked their idea.
Chef Vikas Khanna raised concerns about a carpet at Mumbai's Terminal 2 posing health risks to people with respiratory problems.
He praised the airport's overall cleanliness but strongly requested the removal of the carpet.
His message resonated with many, highlighting the importance of health-first infrastructure in public spaces.
The new season of MasterChef India, featuring Vikas Khanna, is set to premiere on January 5, 2026.
On the show, a father-daughter duo discussed their dream of promoting their community's cuisine, which impressed Chef Vikas.
- Who
- Chef Vikas Khanna
- What
- Expressed concern over health risks posed by a carpet at Mumbai airport
- When
- January 2, 2026
- Where
- Terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
- Why
- The carpet could be harmful to people with respiratory issues
Health Advocates
Airport Management
Carpet Removal
Health Advocates
The carpet poses serious respiratory risks and should be removed immediately.
Airport Management
No direct response from airport management in the articles.
- Chef
- Vikas Khanna
- Location
- Terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
- Issue
- Carpet posing health risks to people with respiratory problems
- Request
- Removal of the carpet
- Show
- MasterChef India
- Premiere Date
- January 5, 2026
- Platforms
- Sony Entertainment Television and Sony Liv
Sources
Chef Vikas Khanna Raises Concern Over 'Fatal' Health Risk At Mumbai Airport | Know Here
'Can Lead To Serious Breathing Issues': Michelin-Star Chef Vikas Khanna Calls For Removal Of Dusty Carpet Rolled At Mumbai Airport; CSMIA Responds
