The state government has shortlisted two potential sites in Hosur, Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, for a new greenfield airport which will serve the needs of the manufacturing hub. The two locations have now been shortlisted based on an interim report from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) which will soon be asked to conduct a detailed study of the locations, both within a radius of 20 km.

The decision was arrived at after Chief Minister M K Stalin had a high-level meeting at the State Secretariat. On the request from the state government, a multi-disciplinary team of AAI and TIDCO assessed the feasibility of four proposed sites near Hosur in September. These were Thogarai Agraharam, Shoolagiri, Dhasapalli, and an area near a private airstrip. The latter is likely to be chosen for the detailed study, and the government could negotiate with a private firm regarding the airstrip.

CII TN state council Chairman and Wheels India Managing Director, Srivats Ram said the proposed airport would serve as a critical node for business and logistics activities. "This project aligns with the vision to foster regional integration, potentially creating a dynamic twin-city ecosystem with Bengaluru and catalysing growth in neighbouring districts such as Dharmapuri and Salem. Despite obstacles, the project holds the promise of transforming Hosur into a pivotal hub of economic and logistical activity, strengthening Tamil Nadu's position as an industrial powerhouse and fostering cross-state collaborations."

In June, theChief Minister had announced that the airport, proposed on 2,000 acres, will be designed to handle up to three crore passengers annually. Hosur recently expanded to sectors such as advanced manufacturing, electronics, and electric vehicles.