UDAN scheme sets vision for 1,000 routes, 42 crore air travelers by 2030

Dec 07, 2023 Shipra Parashar

Civil Aviation Minister highlighted the significant impact of the UDAN scheme

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1.30 lakh passengers have benefited from the program…

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…including those who had never envisioned air travel

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2.75 lakh flights have operated under UDAN scheme

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This was possible due to the viability gap funding provided by central government

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Govt is committed to ensure safety and security of passengers

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517 routes are currently in operation under UDAN

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MoCA has set an ambitious target of achieving 1,000 routes under this scheme

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With this India would witness 42 crore air travelers by 2030

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Airlines are increasing their capacity

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Air India has ordered 470 new planes

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Indigo 500 has ordered new planes

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Aviation sector is poised to become 'backbone' of transportation in India

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