However, in its order dated May 16, 2025, the Supreme Court had held that projects commenced without such prior approval were liable to be cancelled. This had created serious uncertainty for the Vijayapura Airport project as well. This has cleared the way for the Vijayapura Airport project to secure the necessary approval. Meanwhile, the State Government has already submitted its application seeking environmental clearance for the Vijayapura Airport project, he added. The Minister noted that more than Rs 614 crore has been invested in the construction of the Vijayapura Airport.