LR Airport records 12% rise in mango exports in FY 2025 season
The exports, amounting to 31.5 lakh mangoes, were facilitated by 24 airlines during the season.;
Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (BLR Airport) transported 921 metric tonnes of mangoes during the FY 2025 season to 51 destinations worldwide, registering a 12% rise from the previous year.
The consignment, equivalent to 31.5 lakh mangoes grown in Karnataka and nearby states, was carried by 24 airlines to markets including Dulles, Dallas–Fort Worth, San Francisco, Chicago, and Seattle.
The mango exports this year included 19 new destinations, a 21% rise from the previous season. Satyaki Raghunath, Chief Operating Officer of Bangalore International Airport Ltd, said, "At BLR Airport, we take great pride in being a trusted link between our farmers and global consumers. The success of this mango season speaks to the collaborative efforts of our regulatory bodies, airline partners, cargo handlers, trade promotion councils, trade bodies, and farming communities."
BLR Airport has maintained its position as India’s leading airport for perishable cargo processing for the fourth consecutive year. The airport’s operations continue to enhance market access for local farmers and agribusinesses, enabling them to reach consumers worldwide.