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Virgin Hyperloop: Banking on Bengaluru's young population and growth

Naushad Oomer, Director of Operations - India, Virgin Hyperloop tells Business Standard about the proposed ambitious project and its future tie-ups

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Naushad Oomer, Director of Operations - India, Virgin Hyperloop

Megha Manchanda New Delhi
Virgin Hyperloop and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) have recently announced a partnership to access the feasibility of a Hyperloop corridor from the city's Kempegowda International Airport. Naushad Oomer, Director of Operations – India, Virgin Hyperloop tells Business Standard about the proposed ambitious project and its future tie-ups.

Q. Is the proposed stretch between Bengaluru Airport and city financially viable?

A. This is exactly the type of question that the feasibility study will address – along with technical and route feasibility. If the feasibility report is positive, it will open boundaries for the city and catalyse economic activity. By improving