The Poonamallee depot, which will service driverless trains on the planned phase-2 extension line to Parandur airport, has received a major boost with the opening of a substation to provide power for daily operations. The depot is expected to be operational by the end of 2025, coinciding with the launch of the first stretch of the phase-2 extension.
The Tamil Nadu government has issued a land acquisition notice for 152.95 acres in Eganapuram village, sparking protests from residents who claim they were not consulted. This is part of a larger land acquisition plan for the proposed Parandur greenfield airport, which has faced strong opposition from local communities concerned about the impact on their livelihoods. Villagers in Eganapuram have been protesting for 764 consecutive days, vowing to seek asylum in Andhra Pradesh if their concerns are ignored.
