Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Begumpet Airport Notices Spark Fear Among Secunderabad Residents
Imagine you live near an airport.
The government is checking if your home is too tall and could be a problem for airplanes.
The Airport Authority of India sent notices to some people near Begumpet Airport, saying their buildings might be too high.
These notices are based on new rules about making sure airplanes can fly safely.
Some residents are worried because they've lived there for a long time and have proper permits.
They are also concerned about what will happen to their homes and if they will get help if they have to move or if their homes are demolished.
The airport used to have many flights but now mostly has training and cargo flights.
The residents feel it is unfair.
A group wants the airport's activities moved to a different location, arguing there is more space and fewer residents there.
AAI issued notices to residents near Begumpet Airport.
The notices relate to the Centre’s draft Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025.
Residents are concerned about potential demolition or height reduction of their buildings.
The notices have caused uncertainty regarding compensation and relocation.
A group is proposing the relocation of airport operations to Dundigal.
- Who
- Residents of Anna Nagar, Secunderabad and the Airport Authority of India (AAI)
- What
- AAI issued notices to residents warning about potential demolition or height reduction of their buildings.
- When
- Notices were recently issued under the draft Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025, published in June.
- Where
- Anna Nagar, Secunderabad, near Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad.
- Why
- To address potential obstructions to flight paths from Begumpet Airport, as per safety regulations.
Residents' Perspective
Authorities' Perspective
Safety vs. Displacement
Residents' Perspective
The notices are seen as a risk to the poor residents and put them at risk of displacement.
Authorities' Perspective
The rules are intended to enhance aviation safety
Airport Activity
Residents' Perspective
Begumpet Airport has been largely inactive since 2008. Why should residents suffer?
Authorities' Perspective
The notices are necessary regardless of the current level of airport activity
Relocation
Residents' Perspective
Relocating airport operations to Dundigal is the only fair solution.
Authorities' Perspective
No position is stated in the articles
- Airport
- Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad
- Affected Area
- Anna Nagar, Secunderabad
- Issue
- Airport Authority of India notices regarding potential building obstructions
- Legal Basis
- Draft Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025
- Focus
- Demolition or height reduction of buildings
- Residents' Concerns
- Uncertainty, potential displacement, lack of compensation