Barmer Airport Land Acquisition Survey Completed, Compensation Assessment Underway
The long-awaited Barmer Airport project is moving forward in a phased manner, with the administration now preparing to determine compensation for affected landowners.
Key Details:
- Land Acquisition: 64.43 acres of land will be acquired.
- Timeline: The land acquisition is expected to be completed by September 2026.
- Estimated Cost: Approximately ₹10 crore will be required for land acquisition.
According to officials, the land acquisition will be completed within the stipulated timeline to advance the project. Under the notification issued by the Civil Aviation Department on November 12, 2025, 64.43 acres of land have been identified as necessary for the construction of a new civil enclave and approach road at Uttarlai Airport.
Land Acquisition Details:
- Location: 62.96 acres of private account land located in Chaklani, Beriwala village, and Lalaniyon ki Dhani in the Barmer tehsil.
- Number of Account Holders: A total of 428 account holders' land is to be acquired in this process.
The survey and khasra-related reports have been prepared at the administrative level, and the files are under process. The next crucial step is the valuation and compensation determination for the land, after which the formal acquisition process is expected to accelerate.
Regional Development:
Barmer is among the country's major oil and gas production areas, with significant industrial activities taking place. The airport's construction will provide improved connectivity for industries, the army, BSF, Air Force, and the general public.
Representatives from the industrial sector have also indicated the possibility of contributing up to approximately 30 percent of the passenger load in airport operations. Therefore, this project could prove to be a catalyst for the economic and social development of not only Barmer but the entire western Rajasthan region.
Project Background:
The Barmer Airport was announced in 2019 under the central government's Udan scheme. While there were some initial technical hurdles regarding land, the project has gained clear direction following a recent agreement on approximately 65 acres of land.
The social impact survey has also indicated that this project will be beneficial for the region, paving the way for regional development to get a new dimension.