Kangra Airport Expansion: Rehabilitation Efforts Accelerate for Affected Families

The rehabilitation efforts for families affected by the Kangra Airport expansion are advancing, with 85 families opting for a significant compensation package. Project Coordinator Ranjit Thakur highlighted the transparency of the process, ensuring families are well-informed about their options. This initiative aims to provide fair compensation and support to those impacted by the project, marking a vital step in the ongoing development.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 3, 2026, 13:08 IST

Progress in Rehabilitation for Kangra Airport Expansion

Rajkumar Choudhary
Kangra

The process of providing relief and rehabilitation to families impacted by the Kangra Airport expansion is gaining momentum in Valswalakad village, Gaggal. Recently, the land acquisition team obtained agreement from affected families regarding their preferred rehabilitation choices.

According to Project Coordinator Ranjit Thakur, 85 families from Valswalakad have chosen the first package, which offers a one-time compensation of ₹37 lakh per family. He emphasized that the administration presented various rehabilitation options to the families, ensuring a transparent process.

Thakur remarked, “All families received comprehensive information about the available options before their consent was documented.” He also mentioned that consultations with the remaining families will occur shortly to finalize their decisions.

This initiative represents a crucial advancement in providing equitable compensation and rehabilitation for residents affected by the airport expansion.