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Everything happening across Kancheepuram district, ranked by trend intelligence.
Parandur Airport Project Scrapped: What Happens to Acquired Land Now?
Following Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's decision to scrap the proposed ₹27,400-crore Parandur greenfield airport project, questions have arisen regarding the fate of thousands of acres of acquired land. While the move concludes years of protests by farmers and villagers, the state government must now navigate legal provisions under the Land Acquisition Act to determine if the land can be returned to its original owners.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 81
DMK and TVK clash in TN Assembly over Parandur airport project cancellation
A heated debate erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly between DMK and TVK members following Chief Minister Vijay's announcement to cancel the Parandur airport project. TVK Ministers Aadhav Arjuna and C.D. Nirmal Kumar alleged that the project was pushed for real estate and private interests. DMK member Thangam Thennarasu strongly defended the original site selection and retorted with sharp counter-allegations.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu +1 more2 sourcesTrend 81
TN Government Drops Parandur Airport Project Citing Farmers Livelihood Concerns
The Tamil Nadu government has decided to drop the proposed Parandur greenfield airport project, with Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay prioritizing the livelihoods of local farmers and residents. To compensate, the capacity of the current Chennai airport will be expanded through new terminals, while officials look for an alternative location. The opposition DMK has criticized the move, citing potential long-term economic damage to the state.
22 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 80
TN to Explore Industrial Projects on Scrapped Parandur Airport Land, Says Minister
The Tamil Nadu government plans to explore alternative industrial projects using land previously acquired for the now-scrapped Parandur airport. According to a statement attributed to Keerthana, the state government intends to implement measures that will generate fresh employment opportunities and boost local economic growth in the Parandur region.
21 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 79
Parandur Farmers Meet Chief Minister Joseph Vijay to Express Gratitude Over Airport Cancellation
A delegation of protesting farmers from Parandur met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay at the Chennai Secretariat to thank him for withdrawing the greenfield airport project. The cancellation, announced in the Assembly, follows over 1,200 days of local protests. Ministers N. Anand, Aadhav Arjuna, and Nirmal Kumar were present during the meeting.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 79
Tamil Nadu Cancels Proposed Parandur Airport Project Following Wetland Concerns and Protests
The Tamil Nadu government has reportedly decided to scrap the proposed Parandur airport project. This decision follows persistent protests from local farmers and significant environmental concerns raised regarding the preservation of wetlands in the area.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 78
CM Vijay's TVK Government Shelves Parandur Second Chennai Airport Plan For Now
The Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister Vijay has put the proposed second airport for Chennai in Parandur on hold. Reports state the administration cited environmental concerns, noting that the land is unsuitable for runways due to the presence of water bodies. The government emphasized its priority to protect local farmers and the environment.
22 days agoSource: Hindustan Times — India1 sourceTrend 78
Parandur Airport Project: Land Acquisition Rules and State Government Options Explained
An explanatory report by The Hindu details the legal and administrative options available to a state government if it decides to pull out of a major project like the proposed Parandur airport mid-acquisition. It examines the procedures, consequences, and legalities of reversing land acquisition decisions after the process has already commenced.
20 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 77
Poonamallee-Parandur Metro Route Shortened to Sunguvarchatram Following Airport Project Cancellation
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has revised its expansion plans, shortening the proposed Poonamallee-Parandur metro route. Following the reported cancellation of the Parandur airport project by the newly elected TVK government, the metro line will now run only up to Sunguvarchatram, covering 28 kilometers. The revised project is estimated to cost Rs 8,779 crore, funded jointly by the central and state governments.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 77
DMK Members Walk Out After Being Denied Discussion on Parandur Airport
DMK members staged a walkout after they were denied permission to speak about the Parandur airport announcement, Dinamani reported. The protest highlights the ongoing political sensitivity and debates surrounding the proposed greenfield airport project in Parandur.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 75
RMC Forecasts Moderate Rain and Strong Winds for Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds of 40–50 km/h for Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Chennai, and other northern Tamil Nadu districts on August 24, 2026. Heavy rain is also expected in the hilly areas of Nilgiris and Coimbatore, driven by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 75
Proposed Parandur Airport Project in Tamil Nadu Reportedly Put on Hold
The proposed Parandur airport project in Tamil Nadu has reportedly been put on hold, according to a report by The Hindu. While protesting residents of Ekanapuram—a village situated directly within the path of both proposed runways—welcome the reports of the project being dropped, residents of nearby villages continue to face uncertainty regarding their future.
21 days agoSource: The Hindu — National1 sourceTrend 75
CPI(M) Demands Return of Acquired Parandur Airport Lands to Farmers
CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam has demanded that the Tamil Nadu government return lands acquired for the cancelled Parandur airport project to the farmers. Citing the Land Acquisition Act 2013, Shanmugam argued that if a project is dropped, the land must be returned to its original owners and cannot legally be diverted to alternative industrial projects as proposed by Industry Minister S. Keerthana.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
Annamalai questions alternative location for Parandur airport and land acquisition plans
BJP Tamil Nadu leader Annamalai has stated that a new airport is essential for Chennai. He questioned what alternative location would be chosen instead of Parandur, and raised concerns over what the government plans to do with the land already acquired for the project.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 74
TIDCO Establishes Rs 250-Crore Aerohub in Kancheepuram, Expects 2,000 Jobs
The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) has built a Rs 250-crore 'Aerohub' at the Vallam Vadagal industrial park in Kancheepuram. Spanning 3.04 lakh square feet, the aerospace and defence facility features testing laboratories and manufacturing spaces. Officials state the hub is expected to create direct employment for around 2,000 people.
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24 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 74
PMK Urges Fast Selection of New Airport Site After Parandur Project Cancellation
PMK President Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the Tamil Nadu government to quickly identify an alternative site for Chennai's second airport following the reported cancellation of the Parandur project. He warned that delays could set the state's development back by 20 years, as Meenambakkam airport is expected to reach full capacity by 2031.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 74
BJP's Vinod P Selvam Slams CM Vijay Over Parandur Airport and TVK Freebies
BJP leader Vinod P Selvam has criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay over the reported cancellation of the Parandur airport project. Selvam also targeted the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leadership regarding their announcements on freebies, raising questions over developmental policies.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 73
P. Shanmugam Questions DMK Government Over Parandur Airport Expert Committee Report
P. Shanmugam has questioned the DMK government regarding the alleged concealment of the expert committee's report on the proposed Parandur airport. He raised concerns over why the details of the study conducted for the airport development project have not been made public.
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21 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 73
Annamalai Questions CM Vijay Over Decision to Abandon Parandur Airport Project
According to a statement by We The Leaders head Annamalai, the newly formed Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister Vijay has decided to abandon the Parandur airport project. Annamalai expressed concerns that starting over with a new site could delay Chennai's second airport by at least ten years, urging the government to quickly announce an alternative location and clarify the status of the 1,700 acres already acquired.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73
Nainar Nagendran Slams CM Vijay Over Dropping Parandur Airport Project
Tamil Nadu BJP leader Nainar Nagendran has strongly condemned the TVK government led by Chief Minister Vijay for dropping the Parandur airport project. In a statement, Nagendran accused the government of stalling the state's development for political reasons and questioned the fate of the 1,700 acres of land already acquired for the project.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73
Traffic Diversion on NH-48 Near Sunguvarchatram Due to Road Repairs
Kanchipuram district police have announced traffic diversions on the Chennai-bound lane of National Highway 48 (NH-48) between Sunguvarchatram East Bypass and Araneri. The diversion, managed by 51 police officers, is due to ongoing road repair works conducted by the NHAI, which are expected to be completed by the evening of August 26, 2026.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 73
Felix Jerald, Sumanth Raman, and Harish Ibrahim debate proposed Parandur airport project
Journalist Felix Jerald, political analyst Sumanth C. Raman, and Harish Mohammed Ibrahim participated in a panel debate concerning the proposed Parandur greenfield airport project. The discussion centered around the controversies, viability, and demands regarding the potential scrapping of the major infrastructure project near Chennai.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 73
Kancheepuram Collector Releases Helpline Number for Ongoing First Phase Census Work
Kancheepuram District Collector Sneha announced that residents can contact the collectorate control room at 044-27237107 if census enumerators have not visited their homes. The first phase of the house listing census, which began on August 1 with 1,736 enumerators, is scheduled to conclude on August 30.
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23 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72
New 63-Foot Temple Car Construction Begins at Kanchipuram Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Construction has commenced for a new 63-foot-tall temple car at the historic Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram, estimated at ₹4.5 crore. Funded by a private donor, the project was officially launched by Tamil Nadu ministers and district officials. Designed by Sthapathi Kathiravan in the traditional Tondaimandalam style, the seven-tiered structure will take about a year to complete using a team of 60 experts.
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20 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 72
HC Directs Kanchipuram Temple to Decide on Opening Ananthasaras Tank
The Madras High Court has directed the Kanchipuram Devarajaswamy Temple administration to consider a plea seeking the opening of the Ananthasaras temple tank for Avani Avittam rituals. Justice Krishnan Ramasamy directed the administration to pass appropriate orders on the petition filed by the Thatha Desika Thiruvamsathar Sabhai, referencing a 2020 court order that allowed opening the tank on sacred days.
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20 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 72
Abandoning Parandur Airport Project Will Hurt State Growth, Says CM M.K. Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has warned that abandoning the proposed Parandur greenfield airport project would derail the state's economic development. The statement comes amid ongoing debates and discussions regarding the government's decisions on the infrastructure project, which is deemed essential by the administration for future growth despite local challenges.
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22 days agoSource: Dinamani1 sourceTrend 70
IMD Forecasts Rain with Strong Winds for Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Other TN Districts
The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast moderate rain with thunderstorms and winds of 40 to 50 km/h for several Tamil Nadu districts, including Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu, on August 25. Heavy rain is expected in isolated areas of the Nilgiris and the hilly regions of Coimbatore district. Residents are advised to take precautions during thunderstorms.
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21 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 69
Tamil Nadu drops Parandur airport project, plans Chennai Airport Terminal 5 instead
The Tamil Nadu government has decided to drop the proposed Parandur airport project, according to an announcement by Chief Minister Vijay. Alternative locations have already been identified for the development, and a new Terminal 5 will be constructed at the existing Chennai Airport instead.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 67
Stalin Condemns Cancellation of Parandur Airport Project by CM Vijay
Former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has strongly condemned the cancellation of the Parandur International Airport project, announced by Chief Minister Vijay in the Assembly. Stalin stated that dropping the project would severely impact Tamil Nadu's economic growth, hinder job opportunities for youth, and benefit competing states, criticizing the decision as politically motivated.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 67
Nainar Nagenthran criticises government decision to drop Parandur airport project
Nainar Nagenthran has strongly criticised the TVK-led government's decision to drop the proposed Parandur airport project. He questioned why the administration decided to abandon the project without first selecting an alternative location or approaching the Centre with a proposal for a new site.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 67
M.K. Stalin Calls Parandur Airport Cancellation an Irreversible Setback for Tamil Nadu
Former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has termed the cancellation of the Parandur airport project an irreversible setback for Tamil Nadu, stating the site was selected after carefully evaluating all alternatives. Following the development, DMK MLAs staged a walkout from the Assembly in protest.
22 days agoSource: The Hindu — Cities Chennai +1 more2 sourcesTrend 66
Parandur Airport Project Dropped, Alternate Site to Be Chosen, Says CM Vijay
According to an ABP Nadu report, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced in the Legislative Assembly that the proposal to construct a new airport in Parandur has been dropped. He stated that an alternative site will be selected to ensure that agricultural lands, farmers, and local residents are not affected by the development.
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22 days agoSource: ABP Nadu1 sourceTrend 66
Tamil Nadu Scraps Parandur Airport Project, Expands Welfare Schemes
The Tamil Nadu government has reportedly scrapped the proposed Parandur airport project. Alongside this decision, the state has announced an expansion of the free bus scheme and introduced a new LPG subsidy for residents.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 65
M K Stalin Criticises Decision to Drop Proposed Parandur Airport Project
Former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has criticised the TVK government's decision to drop the proposed Parandur airport project, calling it an irreversible setback to Tamil Nadu's development. Stalin expressed concern that the decision was announced without allowing a debate in the legislative assembly, warning that rejecting the project could weaken the state's investment appeal and affect youth employment.
22 days agoSource: Times of India — Chennai1 sourceTrend 64
MK Stalin Slams CM Vijay Over Dropped Parandur Airport Project, DMK Stages Walkout
DMK chief MK Stalin has strongly criticized Chief Minister Vijay following the decision to drop the proposed Parandur airport project. In protest of the government's move, DMK legislators staged a walkout from the state Legislative Assembly.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 64
DMK Walks Out of Tamil Nadu Assembly Over Scrapped Parandur Airport Plan
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to protest the TVK government's decision to scrap the proposed Parandur airport project. The opposition party expressed strong disapproval over the cancellation of the major infrastructure development.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 64
Parandur Farmers Meet CM Vijay to Thank Him For Scrapping Airport Project
Farmers from Parandur met with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to express their gratitude for scrapping the proposed airport project. As a mark of appreciation, residents of Ekanapuram village have decided to name a local street 'C. Joseph Vijay road'.
21 days agoSource: The Hindu — Tamil Nadu1 sourceTrend 63
TN Government Defends Parandur Airport Decision Citing Lack of Necessary Clearance
According to a report by India Today, the Tamil Nadu government has defended its decision regarding the proposed Parandur airport project. The government stated that the infrastructure project lacked the required clearance. The decision comes amidst ongoing discussions and developments regarding the greenfield airport project in the state.
21 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 63
Parandur Airport Project Halted, Telangana CM Visit Row and Imran Khan Plea Highlighted
An India Today report highlights major developments including the halting of the Parandur airport project in Tamil Nadu. The news roundup also covers the controversy surrounding Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's visit to the United States, alongside an appeal by cricket legends concerning former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. Detailed official statements on these developments are currently awaited.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 61
TVK Government Drops Parandur Airport Project and Expands Free Bus Scheme
The TVK government has reportedly dropped the proposed Parandur airport project and announced an expansion of the free bus scheme. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition DMK, which slammed the policy shift.
22 days agoSource: India Today1 sourceTrend 61