Modified UDAN Scheme
Prelims:
Indian
Economy, Infrastructure
Mains:
GS
Paper II-Governance, GS Paper III-Infrastructure
Current
relevance:
Prime
Minister Narendra Modi
inaugurated the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport and launched
the Modified UDAN Scheme.
Highlights:
Background:
1. UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) Scheme launched in 2016 under the National Civil
Aviation Policy (NCAP), 2016.
2. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Civil Aviation.
3. Objective: To make air travel affordable and connect underserved and
unserved airports across India through the Regional Connectivity Scheme
(RCS).
4. Operates through Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to
airlines for selected regional routes.
Modified
UDAN Scheme:
i.
It is
the next phase of the Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) initiative launched
by the Government of India to strengthen regional air connectivity.
ii.
The
scheme has an outlay of ₹28,840 crore for implementation over the next
10 years.
iii.
It
focuses on developing airports, heliports, and water aerodromes, while
enhancing last-mile connectivity and supporting inclusive economic growth.
iv.
The
scheme seeks to accelerate aviation-led development by boosting tourism,
trade, investment, and employment across the country.
New
Jodhpur Airport Terminal:
i.
It is
a modern passenger facility designed to provide a seamless and
comfortable travel experience.
ii.
Its
architecture reflects Rajasthan's royal heritage by blending
traditional design elements with contemporary airport infrastructure.
Source: THE HINDU - https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/rajasthan/pm-modi-inaugurates-new-jodhpur-airport-terminal-launches-modified-udan-scheme/article71181992.ece