Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Telangana Hands Over Land for Mamnoor Airport Revival
The Telangana government has given 950 acres of land to the Airports Authority of India to rebuild the old Mamnoor airport.
This airport was built in 1930 and used during World War II but has been closed for a long time.
The government paid farmers a lot of money to get extra land needed for the new airport.
The airport will be big enough for large planes and is expected to be ready by late 2027.
Important people like the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister will start the construction soon.
This new airport will help the local economy by making it easier for people to visit places like the Ramappa Temple and creating new jobs.
Telangana government handed over 950 acres of land to AAI for Mamnoor Airport revival.
Additional 253 acres of private land acquired with Rs 295 crore compensation paid to farmers.
Airport construction to commence shortly, with expected completion by late 2027.
Mamnoor airport will be expanded to accommodate Airbus A320-category aircraft.
Project aims to boost the economy of northern Telangana and create thousands of jobs.
- Who
- Telangana State Government, Airports Authority of India (AAI), GMR Group, Farmers
- What
- Handing over of 950 acres of land for Mamnoor Airport revival
- When
- Expected foundation ceremony at the end of the month, completion by late 2027
- Where
- Mamnoor, Warangal, Telangana
- Why
- To boost the economy of northern Telangana, enhance connectivity, and create jobs
- Land Area
- 950 acres
- Compensation Paid
- Rs 295 crore
- Rate per Acre
- Rs 1.2 crore
- Expected Completion
- Late 2027
- Airport Capacity
- Airbus A320-category aircraft
- Initial Aircraft Size
- 72-seater
- Historical Significance
- Built in 1930, used in WWII
- Key Officials
- Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, PM Modi, CM Revanth Reddy
