Tamil Nadu plans new international airport in Hosur

Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin in the Assembly on Thursday said that the government plans to build a new international airport in Hosur on nearly 2,000 acres of land to handle three crore passengers annually.

"The announcement of the new airport in Hosur is a monumental step forward for the region," TN industries minister TRB Rajaa said in a statement. "This project will greatly enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth, benefiting not only Hosur but also neighbouring districts such as Dharmapuri and Salem, while also providing a significant boost to various parts of Bengaluru."

He added that with Hosur's excellent weather, the new airport will foster a twin-city ecosystem with Bengaluru, propelling growth in both Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.


The minister said he identified the significant economic boost an airport would provide, given Hosur’s strategic proximity to Bengaluru and Chennai, as well as its burgeoning manufacturing ecosystem.

Hosur already boasts connectivity to EXIM gateways and is near other major business hubs and industrial clusters, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Sriperumbudur, and Coimbatore.

The region has emerged as a nucleus for auto and EV manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, logistics, electronics, and is developing into an IT hub with a planned IT park.

Prominent companies such as Tata Electronics, TVS, Ashok Leyland, Titan, and Rolls-Royce (IAMPL) have established significant operations in the area.

“The establishment of an airport in Hosur will be a game-changer for the region, providing a substantial boost to our infrastructure and economic landscape. The airport will undoubtedly enhance the region's connectivity and attract further investments, solidifying Hosur's position as a major industrial and economic hub,” Jeyaranjan, vice chairperson of the state planning commission said.