MB Patil demands international status for Hubballi, Belagavi airports; alleges discrimination

• Karnataka Minister MB Patil urged the Union government to declare Hubballi and Belagavi airports as international.
• Patil questioned why Madurai airport was upgraded while Karnataka's demand was ignored, alleging a 'discriminatory approach'.
• He suggested the Centre's decision for Madurai might be influenced by upcoming Tamil Nadu elections.
• A letter was sent to Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on June 24, 2025, requesting the upgrade for North Karnataka's benefit.
• Patil called upon MPs Pralhad Joshi, Jagadish Shettar, and Basavaraj Bommai to advocate for the state's interests.