Archive · 10 Jun 2025
Mamnoor Airport Expansion Faces Land Acquisition Hurdles
Imagine the government wants to build a new airport in Warangal, but they need to buy land from farmers and other owners first.
They've offered money, but some people want more.
The farmers have been working on the land for generations.
They want more money to buy new land.
The government is trying to work out a deal.
The delay is stopping the airport from being built.
This new airport is expected to bring more jobs and money to the area when it's built.
Everyone is trying to find a fair price so that the airport can be built and the economy can grow.
Land acquisition for the Mamnoor airport expansion faces challenges.
The government needs to acquire approximately 260 acres for the project.
Farmers are demanding higher compensation than initially offered.
Private plot owners also seek increased compensation for their land.
Delays in land acquisition are hindering the project's progress.
- Who
- Government officials, landowners, and farmers.
- What
- Land acquisition for the Mamnoor airport expansion
- When
- The expansion was approved on February 28th.
- Where
- Warangal, India
- Why
- To improve connectivity and boost economic growth.
Landowners' Stance
Government's Stance
Land Compensation
Landowners' Stance
Farmers want Rs 2 crore per acre, considering market value and generational land use. Private owners demand between Rs 12,000 and Rs 16,000 per square yard.
Government's Stance
The government initially offered Rs 30 lakh to 1 crore per acre to farmers and Rs 6,000 per square yard to private plot owners due to legal limitations.
- Total Land Needed
- 950 acres
- Land to Acquire
- 260 acres
- Government Sanctioned Amount
- Rs 205 crore
- Initial Compensation Offers
- Rs 30 lakh to Rs 1 crore per acre
- Proposed 'Consent Award'
- Rs 1.2 crore per acre