CREDAI Urges CM Vijay to Fast Track Approvals and Resolve Pallikaranai Ramsar Issue

The Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of India (CREDAI) Chennai has appealed to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to accelerate approval processes for real estate projects and resolve long pending concerns related to the Pallikaranai Ramsar notification that has affected thousands of landowners across Chennai.

A CREDAI delegation met the Chief Minister and discussed several issues impacting the growth of the real estate sector in Tamil Nadu. The industry body highlighted that faster approvals and greater transparency would significantly improve the investment climate and support the State’s economic growth ambitions.

According to CREDAI representatives, delays in obtaining approvals continue to affect project timelines and increase development costs. The association requested the government to strengthen the Guidance Tamil Nadu single window clearance system and bring all projects above one lakh square feet under the platform. Developers believe that seamless coordination among various departments can substantially reduce approval timelines and improve ease of doing business.

A major concern raised during the meeting was the Pallikaranai Ramsar issue. CREDAI stated that the one kilometre influence zone linked to the Ramsar designation has impacted nearly 8,000 acres of patta land and more than 1.5 lakh landowners. The association argued that the restrictions have created uncertainty for property owners and affected access to financial services, including housing and personal loans.

The developers’ body requested the government to intervene and find an early solution that balances environmental protection with the interests of genuine landowners and planned urban development. CREDAI also proposed the formation of a high level interdepartmental committee to examine the issue and complete the notification process within a defined timeline.

The meeting also focused on Chennai’s future infrastructure requirements and the need for stronger public transport connectivity to support urban expansion. Industry representatives believe that faster approvals, improved infrastructure and policy clarity will help attract more investments into Tamil Nadu’s growing real estate sector.

The interaction reflects increasing collaboration between the government and industry stakeholders as Tamil Nadu seeks to accelerate economic growth and urban development while addressing concerns raised by investors, developers and property owners.