Labour Minister Santosh Lad had an unexpected encounter with schoolchildren from Koppal district at Bengaluru airport. While travelling for official work, he stopped to speak with the students, inquiring about their studies and aspirations, and encouraging them to study well. The children, on a five-day educational tour visiting various cultural and historical sites across Karnataka, were delighted by the minister's interaction and photographs. The tour, supported by local representatives and villagers, provided the students with significant cultural and educational exposure.