Mumbai, January 2, 2026: As he returned to Mumbai to start filming the next season of MasterChef India, celebrity chef and humanitarian Vikas Khanna brought up an important public health issue.
Chef Vikas Khanna Talks About His Time at the Airport on Social Media
Chef Vikas posted on Instagram from the Mumbai airport to say that the airport was generally efficient, but he was worried about a hygiene issue that could affect people with respiratory problems.
He posted on Instagram, “Even though I think MUMBAI AIRPORT is very efficient, I strongly urge the management to get rid of this carpet.” It needs more than just cleaning. This could be deadly for everyone with asthma or bronchial problems.*
Call for Infrastructure in Public Spaces That Prioritises Health
Chef Vikas’s message quickly spread online, starting discussions about health-first planning, cleanliness, and accessibility in public places with a lot of foot traffic. His worry showed how even small parts of infrastructure can be very dangerous for people with asthma and bronchial problems.
Outside of the Kitchen: Advocacy with Compassion
Chef Vikas is known for using his platform to start important conversations about social responsibility, inclusion, and health. His most recent note shows the same kindness that makes him a good judge on MasterChef India, a show that promotes progress, care, and living mindfully.
MasterChef India is getting ready for a new season.
Chef Vikas Khanna’s return to Mumbai as MasterChef India gets ready for its new season means more than just a work commitment. It makes him more sure that being great on screen must go hand in hand with being aware and responsible off screen, especially when it comes to public health.
