Fri Jan 02 14:23:16 UTC 2026: Summary:

The Andhra Pradesh state government has approved the acquisition of 418.14 acres of land in Damavaram village, Nellore district, for the development of the Dagadarthi greenfield airport. The land will be acquired on a perpetual lease from landowners at a compensation rate of ₹13 lakh per acre. The decision follows a proposal from the A.P. Airports Development Corporation Limited (APADCL) and the recommendation of the Negotiation Committee.

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Andhra Pradesh Greenlights Land Acquisition for Dagadarthi Airport

VIJAYAWADA, January 2, 2026 – The Andhra Pradesh government has given the green light for the acquisition of 418.14 acres of land in Damavaram village, Nellore district, for the construction of the proposed Dagadarthi greenfield airport. The land will be acquired by the A.P. Airports Development Corporation Limited (APADCL) on a perpetual lease basis.

Landowners will receive compensation of ₹13 lakh per acre, a rate approved by the government based on recommendations from the Negotiation Committee, led by Special Chief Secretary (Infrastructure & Investment – Airports) M.T. Krishna Babu.

The District Collector has been authorized to proceed with the compensation payments, paving the way for the much-anticipated airport project. The development is expected to boost connectivity and economic growth in the Nellore district.

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