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24 August 2026

Chennai Airport Infrastructure Projects

The topic highlights challenges in infrastructure development and land acquisition, which serves as useful context for broader questions on aviation policy and federal coordination in infrastructure projects.

1 min read Day 1 of 3 2 questions 1 prelims

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  • The Tamil Nadu government is evaluating alternative locations for a second airport in Chennai, moving away from the previously proposed Parandur site.
  • Previous administrative progress on the Parandur project included the acquisition of 1,700 acres of land, along with site clearance and in-principle approval.
  • Land acquisition activities for the Parandur site have been suspended for several months.
  • The state government is actively pursuing the development of an airport in Hosur.
  • The Hosur airport project requires specific clearance from the Union Ministry of Defence regarding the relaxation of air space restrictions.

Part of a longer story

This is day 1 of 3 in Chennai Airport Infrastructure Development, which has been running since 24 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges associated with land acquisition and site selection for large-scale infrastructure projects in India, with reference to the complexities of balancing industrial development and local socio-economic concerns. 150 words
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  2. The development of regional airports is critical for enhancing connectivity and economic growth under the National Civil Aviation Policy. Analyze the role of inter-ministerial coordination, particularly between the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of Defence, in overcoming regulatory hurdles for airport infrastructure projects. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for granting 'in-principle' approval for the establishment of new greenfield airports in India?

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