Air France adds Kannada announcements on Paris-Bengaluru flights

Bengaluru: Air France introduced in-flight announcements in Kannada on its Paris to Bengaluru flights, alongside French and English. This move drew widespread appreciation on social media for a growing recognition of linguistic diversity in international air travel.The Consulate General of France in Bengaluru shared the news on X, saying: "While airlines promise to take you to destinations, there is nothing that beats the feeling of returning home: the recent addition of Kannada, along with French & English announcements in Air France's Paris to Bengaluru flight had just this effect."Passengers were quick to share their appreciation and joy online. Sangam Manjunath, who recently flew on the route, posted: "I recently travelled with Air France from Paris to Bengaluru! To my surprise, they made announcements in Kannada, French, and English when we boarded in Paris! Such a warm welcome before I reached home! Thank you, Air France, for recognising one of the oldest regional languages of the Indian Union and upholding diversity!"Users hailed the initiative as a progressive step towards inclusivity. Many responded with phrases in French to reciprocate the respect shown by the airline.One user, @KannadigaSpeaks, wrote in French: "Merci beaucoup à la France de reconnaître ma langue et ma tradition", which translates to: "Thank you so much France for recognising my language and tradition".