Tamil NaduMonday, 24 August 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu to explore alternative sites for Chennai second airport; Hosur project also under focus
Tamil Nadu has decided to examine alternative sites for Chennai’s second airport while continuing to pursue the Hosur airport project.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In August 2026, the Tamil Nadu government decided to explore alternative sites for Chennai’s second airport and also remained keen on the Hosur airport project, after a review meeting chaired by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at the Secretariat.
Key specifics
- The review meeting was held at the Secretariat in August 2026.
- Chennai’s second airport project had already seen 1,700 acres of land acquired under the DMK government led by M.K. Stalin.
- Site clearance and in-principle approval had been obtained for the Parandur project.
- A site in Chengalpet district was among the alternatives considered in the last few weeks.
- The Hosur airport requires Defence Ministry approval for relaxation of air-space restrictions.
Exam lens
Tamil Nadu governance and infrastructure question, Chennai second airport, Parandur, Chengalpet district, 1,700 acres, Hosur and Defence Ministry approval — TNPSC may ask which project needs air-space relaxation and which site had in-principle approval.