Tamil NaduTuesday, 8 September 2026·The Hindu - National
Tamil Nadu shortlists Cheyyur and Gummidipoondi for Chennai’s second airport; AAI pre-feasibility study sought
Tamil Nadu has shortlisted Cheyyur and Manellore near Gummidipoondi for Chennai’s second airport and asked AAI for a pre-feasibility study.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In September 2026, the Tamil Nadu government shortlisted Cheyyur in Chengalpattu district and Manellore near Gummidipoondi in Tiruvallur district for Chennai’s second airport and asked the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to conduct a pre-feasibility study.
Key specifics
- Two sites shortlisted are Cheyyur and Manellore near Gummidipoondi.
- Cheyyur is in Chengalpattu district, while Manellore is in Tiruvallur district.
- The Tamil Nadu government has asked the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for a pre-feasibility study.
- TIDCO has already completed the first round of inspections at both sites.
- Sources said the project may take 5–7 years even if approvals move forward.
Exam lens
Tamil Nadu governance and infrastructure, Chennai second airport, Cheyyur, Gummidipoondi, AAI, TIDCO, 5–7 years; TNPSC may ask the shortlisted sites, districts, and the agency asked to study them.