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UDAN Scheme (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik)

Ministry of Civil AviationactiveInfrastructureLaunched: 2016-10-21

About the Scheme

UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) makes air travel affordable and connects underserved airports. Launched Oct 21, 2016. First flight: Shimla-Delhi, April 27, 2017. As of Apr 2025: 625 routes; 90 airports (incl. 15 heliports, 2 water aerodromes); 1.49 crore passengers. Modified UDAN in Budget 2025-26: 120 new destinations, 4 crore more passengers over 10 years. VGF disbursed: ₹4,023 crore.

Target Beneficiaries: 1.49 crore passengers benefited; Tier 2/3 cities; NE, hilly, island, coastal regions

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✦Key Features

  • 625 routes operational; 90 airports connected (incl. 15 heliports, 2 water aerodromes) as of Apr 2025
  • 1.49 crore+ passengers benefited; India's airport count grew 74 (2014) to 159 (2024)
  • Viability Gap Funding (VGF): ₹4,023.37 crore disbursed; 80% Centre + 20% State
  • Capped fares: ₹2,500 for 1-hour journey (50% seats per route)
  • Modified UDAN (Budget 2025-26): 120 new destinations; 4 crore additional passengers over 10 years
  • Budget FY2025-26: ₹540 crore; scheme extended for next 10 years
  • Focus: Tier 2/3 cities, J&K, Ladakh, NE India, coastal areas, aspirational areas

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UPSC Relevance

GS Paper: GS3

Prelims Relevance8%
Mains Relevance8%

Syllabus Tags

AviationInfrastructureConnectivityRegional DevelopmentGS3
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