Noida International Airport Expansion Gets Green Light from Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court has given its approval for the expansion of the Noida International Airport, ruling in favor of land acquisition in the Gautam Buddh Nagar district.
Key Highlights:
- The court dismissed petitions from affected landowners, stating that the acquisition process adhered to the 2013 land acquisition law.
- A division bench consisting of Justice M C Tripathi and Justice Kunal Ravi Singh noted the absence of any material irregularity in the procedure.
- The court instructed authorities to ensure the implementation of rehabilitation measures before residential lands are possessed.
The court's decision is seen as a significant step forward for the expansion of the Noida International Airport, which is expected to bring numerous economic benefits to the region.
Background:
The petitions raised concerns about displacement and rehabilitation rather than opposing agricultural land acquisition.
Next Steps:
The authorities have been instructed to ensure the implementation of rehabilitation measures before residential lands are possessed, addressing the concerns raised by the affected landowners.