The State government's approval for acquiring 2,009 acres for the Adilabad Airport project has drawn mixed reactions. While residents welcomed improved connectivity, affected farmers sought Rs 2 crore per acre as compensation, citing soaring land prices and concerns over losing their livelihoods.
The Telangana government has sanctioned Rs. 2,278.14 crore for acquiring 2,009 acres and shifting utilities to develop Adilabad Airport as a Joint User Airport (JUA) for both civil and defence operations. The land acquisition is to be completed by December 31, 2026.
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and sought comprehensive development of Adilabad Airport, including cargo, MRO and hangar facilities. He also requested expedited approval for a DRDO/DRDL defence project proposed at Devarakadra in Mahabubnagar.
The Telangana government aims to begin foundation works for Mamnoor and Adilabad airports by June, but procedural delays may push timelines. Meanwhile, progress on other proposed airports across the State remains slow, with several projects still awaiting approvals and clearances.
Teams from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) conducted a survey in Adilabad for the proposed airport project, assessing potential obstacles and surrounding areas. The plan includes a defence-civil airport with modern facilities, a 2.5 kilometre runway, and an air traffic control centre.
Farmers in Adilabad are worried about land acquisition for a proposed airport, fearing loss of livelihood. While the project has been welcomed, uncertainty over compensation, timing, and process has left small and tenant farmers anxious ahead of the cropping season
The Civil Aviation Ministry has announced plans to build a defence airport with a civil enclave in Adilabad, Telangana. The facility will feature a runway capable of handling Airbus A320 aircraft. A field visit and Obstacle Limitation Surfaces study are scheduled for April 17, followed by a master plan.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, addressing a public meeting in Adilabad, emphasised his ability to maintain cordial relations with the BJP-led Centre. He announced that work on the Adilabad airport would begin within a year, with an Airbus expected to land there.
Locals opine that public representatives from erstwhile Adilabad should exert pressure on both the State and Union governments to realise their dream of flying
Adilabad: The long-pending dream of an airport in Adilabad is all set to become a reality with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) officials responding positively to the requests of the State government. It would be one of the six airports proposed to be constructed in different parts of the State. Union Civil Aviation Minister […]
