Pune Airport Project: Land Acquisition Reaches 50% Mark
The proposed Chhatrapati Sambhaji Raje International Airport in Purandar, Pune, has made significant progress in the land acquisition process. As of now, over 50% of the required land has been secured, with farmers consenting to nearly 1,525 acres of land.
Key Highlights:
- Proposed airport project requires 3,040 acres of land across seven villages in Purandar taluka.
- Compensation worth ₹450 crore has already been deposited in farmers' bank accounts.
- Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) has released an additional ₹500 crore for the acquisition process.
- Minimum compensation of ₹1.61 crore per acre, with a possibility of up to ₹2 crore per acre for lands with houses, orchards, and other structures.
According to District Collector Jitendra Dudi, the land acquisition process is progressing smoothly, with the administration ensuring that compensation is transferred directly to farmers' bank accounts.
Farmers' Compensation and Agricultural Loans:
- Compensation amounts linked to pending loans are being directly paid to banks through separate cheques.
- Bank representatives are present during agreement registrations to avoid delays in the compensation process.
- Farmers are encouraged to share details of existing loans with land acquisition officers for smooth payment and NOC procedures.
With the administration nearing completion of issuing notices to farmers, the remaining notices are expected to be distributed within the next two days.
Key Takeaways:- The proposed airport project has secured over 50% of the required land.
- Compensation worth ₹450 crore has already been deposited in farmers' bank accounts.
- The administration is ensuring smooth land acquisition and compensation processes.