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The Union Cabinet has approved the implementation of the Revised Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN).
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Total Outlay: ₹28,840 crore
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Duration: FY 2026-27 to 2035-36 (10 years)
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Implementation: Ministry of Civil Aviation
Key Components
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Airport Development: 100 airports will be developed from existing Unserved runways with a total expenditure of ₹12,159 crore over 8 years.
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Operation and Maintenance of Airports: Financial assistance of ₹2,577 crore will be provided for the smooth operation of 441 airports, with an annual limit set at ₹3.06 crore per airport and ₹90 lakh per heliport/water aerodrome.
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Development of Modern Helipads: 200 new and modern helipads will be constructed over 8 years with an investment of ₹3,661 crore.
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Viability Gap Funding (VGF): Assistance of ₹10,043 crore will be provided to aviation companies over 10 years for operations on designated routes.
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Acquisition of Indigenous Aircraft: Taking a step toward Self-Reliant India (Aatmanirbhar Bharat), two "Dhruv Helicopters" for Pawan Hans and two "Dornier Aircraft" for Alliance Air will be procured from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
Impact
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Strengthening regional connectivity and supporting affordable air travel.
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Economic development, trade, and tourism will be boosted in Tier 2 and 3 cities.
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Improved access to emergency response and healthcare in remote and hilly areas.
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Promotion of the indigenous aerospace sector.'
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UDAN Scheme
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