In a significant decision, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister has called off the Parandur airport project, igniting a wave of reactions. While opposition leaders contend that this cancellation hinders the region's economic development, Congress lends their support, emphasizing the importance of addressing farmers' grievances and environmental sustainability. The next challenge for the government lies in selecting a new site for the proposed airport.

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government has dropped the proposed greenfield airport project at Parandur, chief minister C Joseph Vijay announced in the Assembly on Monday.

A new airport for Chennai will be proposed at a location where there is no opposition from the people, Chief Minister Vijay said. | India News