The debate over Chennai’s proposed second airport at Parandur has once again entered a politically sensitive phase. The land acquisition process for the project, which continued under the previous DMK government until a few months before the election announcement, now appears to have slowed down or halted after the new TVK-led government took charge. Although there has been no official announcement, the absence of fresh notifications related to land acquisition suggests that the administration is actively reconsidering or reviewing the project.

Against this backdrop, several voices have emerged in support of the Parandur airport. Construction firms, logistics companies, real estate developers, and industry associations have openly issued statements and held meetings backing the project. Their argument is largely built around one comparison: Chennai airport versus Bengaluru airport.