Harsh Goenka calls Bengaluru Airport a “Masterpiece”, compares it to this international airport

Harsh Goenka is a famous industrialist who was recently travelling to Bengaluru, Karnataka. The veteran industrialist was so impressed with the Bengaluru Airport that he called it a “Masterpiece”.

The chairman of RPG Enterprises, Harsh V. Goenka took to X (formerly Twitter), and described Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru as “lush, serene, and world-class,” and compared it to the Singapore Changi Airport. He mentioned, “only Singapore Changi Airport can compete with this airport.” He also gave the hashtag India Rising.Here’s his complete statement Bengaluru airport is a masterpiece- lush, serene, and world-class.

Even the restrooms feel futuristic, and there are attendants at every baggage belt ensuring each bag lands softly. Only Singapore’s Changi can compete with this airport. #IndiaRisingHighlights of his statementHe spoke about the ambience of the airport and called it “lush, serene” He then spoke about “futuristic” restrooms He was impressed with customer-oriented service as there were attendants at each baggage beltComparison: He said only Singapore Changi could compete. An airport which is worldwide famous for its services and amenities.

Changi is known as one of the best airports internationally. By this comparison, he signalled that Bengaluru Airport is not “just another Indian airport”. It is going global.What makes KIA special

Some of the prime features contribute to Goenka’s praise.1. Terminal 2’s design and ambience: The new Terminal 2 at KIA has been described as “a terminal in the garden” and is spread across 255,000 m². It is built across four levels, and incorporates cultural, historical and natural motifs tied to Bengaluru’s identity.

The terminal also boasts more than 600,000 plants. It uses sustainable design features such as rainwater harvesting and renewable energy. 2. Passenger service: He specifically mentioned that there were attendants at every baggage belt. This shows that the airport is service orientated. And others have noticed: a Japanese vlogger noted the airport “feels like a five-star hotel,” 3. Awards and recognition: In 2024, KIA won the Airports Council International (ACI) ASQ Award for “Best Airport for Arrivals Globally” for the third straight year. 4. Green-inspired and regionally rooted: Unlike many airports that opt for high-gloss, steel-and-glass minimalism, KIA’s Terminal 2 ties in with Bengaluru’s nickname “Garden City” through its use of indoor gardens, real plants, water-features and natural light. The vocabulary of “lush” that Goenka used is thereby apt.Why comparing to Singapore Changi matters

Singapore Changi Airport has been topping the global airport rankings chart. For instance, in 2025 it was crowned “World’s Best Airport” by Skytrax.

And that’s why this comparison means a lot as Changi is famed not just for efficiency, but for the passenger experience. It is a one-of-a-kind airport featuring a 40-metre indoor waterfall, and a butterfly garden.Changi still tops in scale, connectivity and amenities. So while “only Changi competes” is high praise, one must recognise that KIA still has a long way to go.

While the praise means a lot, KIA should try to maintain excellence and scale to fully assume the mantle of being on par with airports like Changi. So when a veteran industrialist like Harsh Goenka calls Bengaluru Airport a “masterpiece” and compares it with Singapore, it is serious!