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Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh says airport near Chennai not on agenda
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 09:48 PM
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Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh dismissed a proposal to build an airport near Chennai, saying it is not part of the state's priorities.
Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh publicly rejected a proposal to construct a new airport in the vicinity of Chennai. The minister clarified that the project does not feature in the state's current development agenda.
The proposal, which had been floated by unnamed stakeholders, aimed to create an additional air hub close to the Tamil Nadu capital. Lokesh emphasized that Andhra Pradesh will focus on its own infrastructure plans rather than projects outside its jurisdiction.
The statement was reported by The Times of India, reflecting the minister's stance that the airport idea is "not on our to‑do list." No further details on alternative proposals or timelines were provided.
The proposal, which had been floated by unnamed stakeholders, aimed to create an additional air hub close to the Tamil Nadu capital. Lokesh emphasized that Andhra Pradesh will focus on its own infrastructure plans rather than projects outside its jurisdiction.
The statement was reported by The Times of India, reflecting the minister's stance that the airport idea is "not on our to‑do list." No further details on alternative proposals or timelines were provided.