Final Report Submitted, Decision Now Rests with State
Hosur Airport Feasibility Report Submitted: Final Decision Awaits Tamil Nadu Government: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has submitted the final feasibility report for the proposed Hosur airport to the Tamil Nadu government, marking a critical milestone in the greenfield airport project. The feasibility study evaluated five sites before shortlisting two — one 1.5 km south of Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Limited (TAAL) airstrip in Hosur Taluk, and another 15.5 km away near Ulagam, east of Hosur and north of Shoolagiri. The report confirms that both locations are technically suitable, and it is now up to the state government to finalize the preferred site.
Defence Ministry and Aviation Restrictions Pose Key Hurdles
Although the technical viability has been established, the Ministry of Defence’s approval is crucial, as it controls the airspace over the region. In addition, there’s a major regulatory constraint: a binding clause in the agreement between the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) prohibits any new airport development within a 150-kilometre aerial radius until 2033. This clause could delay or even stall the Hosur project unless exempted.
Strategic Significance of the Hosur Airport
The Hosur airport, once approved, could significantly decongest Bengaluru International Airport and serve the rapidly expanding industrial hubs in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts. It also offers potential for cargo operations, as Hosur lies near major industrial zones including Sipcot. Proximity to Karnataka and Tamil Nadu border areas makes it strategically positioned to serve inter-state travel and economic growth.
Future Steps and Final Approvals
Although the feasibility report is positive, further studies and regulatory clearances are still pending. This includes obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Bangalore International Airport Limited and securing approvals from the Ministry of Defence and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The final decision is expected to depend heavily on political will and inter-departmental coordination at the state and central levels.
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Hosur Airport Feasibility Report Submitted: Final Decision Awaits Tamil Nadu Government:
| Topic | Details |
| Project | Hosur Greenfield Airport |
| Conducted By | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Feasibility Report Status | Final report submitted to TN Govt |
| Shortlisted Sites | Near TAAL airstrip & near Ulagam |
| Required Approvals | Ministry of Defence, BIAL NOC |
| Legal Clause | 150 km airport restriction (till 2033) |
| State Proposal Year | 2024 |
| Strategic Location | Near Bengaluru-Tamil Nadu border, Shoolagiri-Hosur belt |
| Ministry Restriction | MoCA-BIAL agreement restricts new airports within 150 km |
