The Tamil Nadu government has completed nearly half of the land acquisition process for the upcoming Parandur Greenfield Airport in Kancheepuram district. Out of the total 5,000 acres required for the project, around 2,600 acres are now under government control, marking a major step forward in the state’s infrastructure development plans.
According to official data, about 1,100 acres of private land across 17 villages have been purchased, with compensation of nearly ₹680 crore disbursed to landowners. The government already holds approximately 1,500 acres of poramboke and other lands. Over 1,075 sale deeds have been registered through special acquisition camps conducted by district and revenue officials. Compensation ranges from ₹35 lakh to ₹1.1 crore per acre, depending on land category and locality.
The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO), the nodal agency for the project, is currently preparing the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environment Management Plan (EMP). These reports will be submitted to the central government before final project approvals and tendering. The first phase of construction is expected to begin next year, with an estimated project cost of ₹27,000 crore.
While the acquisition process has seen significant progress, certain areas continue to face resistance. In Ekanapuram village, covering nearly 900 acres, local residents have opposed the project, citing environmental concerns and potential impact on water bodies. The villagers plan to file a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking protection of their land and natural resources.
Officials have clarified that current landowners may continue using their land for agriculture or other activities until formal possession is taken. Advance notice will be issued before the state takes complete control.
Once completed, the Parandur Airport is expected to ease congestion at Chennai International Airport and boost regional connectivity and economic growth in Tamil Nadu.
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Yash Paul is a real estate journalist and researcher based in Bangalore. He tracks emerging property hotspots and major developer announcements. Yash is dedicated to providing transparent, factual reporting on the region's rapidly evolving housing and commercial landscape.
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