ரூ. 30,000 கோடி திட்டம்: இனி மலைப்பகுதி கிராமங்களுக்கும் மலிவான விமானப் பயணம் உறுதி!

Centre Proposes ₹30,000-Crore Modified UDAN Scheme

The Government of India has proposed a ₹30,000-crore revamp of the UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) regional air connectivity scheme to extend it beyond April 2027 and expand aviation access to underserved, remote, and hilly regions.

Key Allocations

₹18,000 crore – Development of new airports, greenfield projects, refurbished airstrips, and heliports in difficult terrains.

₹12,000 crore – Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to help airlines operate regional routes with low initial demand.

Target Regions

North-Eastern states

Hilly and remote terrains

Aspirational districts

Small towns with poor or no current connectivity

Background & Evolution

Launched in 2016 under the National Civil Aviation Policy.

First UDAN flight: Shimla–Delhi (2017).

Initial allocation: ₹8,000 crore.

Achievements so far:

649 routes operationalized out of 915 sanctioned

92 unserved/underserved airports + 15 heliports + 2 water aerodromes

1.56 crore passengers across 3.23 lakh flights

Persistent challenges such as land delays, technical restrictions at small airports, aircraft shortages, and low demand have limited full implementation—prompting a redesigned framework.

Objectives of the Modified Scheme

Add 120 new destinations over the next decade.

Enable 4 crore additional passengers on regional routes.

Expand infrastructure: airstrips, small airports, water aerodromes, helipads.

Encourage greater private sector participation via simplified leasing and route bidding norms.

Why Modification Was Needed

Land and state clearance delays

Lack of navigational & terminal facilities at small airports

Shortage of 20–70 seat aircraft

Maintenance and leasing constraints

Low, inconsistent passenger demand in remote regions

The new model offers flexible funding and stronger Centre–State–Airline coordination.

Incentives & Support

Airport operators and states will provide:

Reduced fuel taxes

Lower airport charges

Priority parking

Faster regulatory approvals

New airports will get dedicated capital infusion to become UDAN-ready.

Expected Benefits
1. Stronger Regional Connectivity

Boost to tourism, trade, and local markets.

2. Economic Growth & Job Creation

Airports and aviation services generate direct and indirect employment.

3. Better Emergency & Medical Access

Faster evacuations and supply delivery in remote districts.

4. Focus on North-East & Hilly Areas

Reduces regional disparities by linking difficult terrains to national air routes.
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