T.N. to explore alternative sites for Chennai’s second airport, also keen on Hosur project
The Tamil Nadu government is reconsidering the site for Chennai's second airport while simultaneously pushing forward with a new airport project in Hosur. The administration is navigating land acquisition challenges and the need for defense ministry approvals for airspace restrictions.
Why it matters
Infrastructure development in Tamil Nadu is a major economic driver, and these decisions will impact regional connectivity and industrial growth for years to come.
The Tamil Nadu government has decided to explore alternative sites for establishing Chennai’s second airport. At the same time, it is keen on building an airport at Hosur.
Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay held a review meeting for Chennai’s second airport at the Secretariat recently. Sources said that within a few days, the government would likely disclose its plans for both airports.
This is significant since no Government Order has been issued on dropping the Parandur site for building the second airport. Land acquisition has been stopped for some months now. The ruling TVK had opposed land acquisition for the Parandur airport before the election. During the DMK government led by M.K. Stalin, 1,700 acres of land was acquired, and site clearance and in-principle approval were obtained for the project.
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