Bengaluru airport says Kannadigas form majority of workforce amid local hiring debate

The claim comes after pro-Kannada groups met with airport officials and raised concerns about employment practices.

Edited by Abhilasha Garg, Editor · SafarSamachar Desk✔ Fact-checked by Abhilasha Garg8 Nov 2026, 10:31 am IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Bengaluru airport operator BIAL says Kannadigas form the majority of its workforce
2Pro-Kannada organisation KRV met with 14 airport companies seeking more jobs for Kannadigas
3KRV asked to revisit in a year to check progress on local hiring
4BIAL said it will create more opportunities for Kannadigas as the airport grows
5Kannada Whistleblowers called for an investigation into hiring practices

The Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL) has stated that Kannadigas form the majority of its workforce, according to reports. The claim follows a meeting between pro-Kannada organisation KRV and 14 airport companies, during which KRV sought more job opportunities for Kannadigas.

KRV also requested a follow-up meeting in a year to assess progress on local hiring. BIAL said it will generate more opportunities for Kannadigas as the airport expands.

Meanwhile, the Kannada Whistleblowers group has called for an investigation into the airport's hiring practices, alleging bias. Pro-Kannada groups have also claimed that more employees from other states are present at the airport, though BIAL has not confirmed or denied this.

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