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  • UDAN Scheme Transforming Aviation Landscape, Making Air Travel Affordable: Center | Economy News

    New Delhi: The Indian aviation landscape has undergone a significant transformation under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme, as the number of operational airports in the country doubled from 74 in 2014 to 157 in 2024 and the aim is to increase this number. to 350-400 by 2047, the government said on Sunday.

    Domestic air passengers have more than doubled in the past decade, with Indian airlines significantly expanding their fleets.

    Spearheaded by the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), UDAN aims to enhance regional air connectivity from unserved and underserved airports across India, making air travel affordable for the masses.

    “As it celebrates its seventh anniversary, UDAN stands as a testament to the commitment of the Indian government to improve infrastructure and connectivity, especially in remote regions,” the ministry added.

    Regional carriers such as Flybig, Star Air, IndiaOne Air, and Fly91 have benefited from the scheme, developing sustainable business models and contributing to a burgeoning ecosystem for regional air travel.

    Notably, Indian carriers have placed orders for over 1,000 aircraft slated for delivery in the next 10-15 years, significantly augmenting the existing fleet of approximately 800 planes.

    The first UDAN flight took off on April 27, 2017, connecting the serene hills of Shimla to Delhi. UDAN operates on a market-driven model, where airlines assess demand on specific routes and submit proposals during bidding rounds.

    According to the ministry, the government has implemented several supportive measures to attract airlines to operate flights in less lucrative markets.

    Airport operators have waived landing and parking charges for Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) flights, and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) does not levy Terminal Navigation Landing Charges (TNLC) on these flights.

    Furthermore, a discounted Route Navigation and Facilitation Charge (RNFC) is applied. For the first three years, excise duty on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) purchased at RCS airports was capped at 2 per cent. Airlines are also encouraged to enter code-sharing agreements to expand their reach.

    “States have committed to reducing VAT on ATF to 1 per cent or less for ten years and providing essential services such as security, fire services, and utility services at reduced rates,” the ministry informed.

    Initiatives like UDAN 3.0 have introduced tourism routes connecting several destinations in the Northeast region, while UDAN 5.1 is focused on expanding helicopter services in hilly areas to stimulate tourism, hospitality, and local economic growth.

  • Fly Ola is providing air travel for just 1500 rupees… 50% discount on 15th August, Rakshabandhan and Janmashtami

    Flights from Khajuraho to new cities

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    50% discount to air passengers on Fly OlaAir services being provided under PM Shri YojanaFlights from Khajuraho to new cities 3 days a week

    Bharat Sharma, Naiduniya, Chhatarpur: If you want to travel by air to Khajuraho and other cities of the state or want to visit tourist places, then the month of August will be better for this. Because Fly Ola company, which operates air services, is giving 50 percent discount on fares to its passengers on air travel in the month of August.

    Fly Ola has also released the complete update of the discount on its site. This discount has been kept special for 15th August, Rakshabandhan and Janmashtami.

    PM Shri Tourism Air Service

    After connecting Khajuraho, Bhopal, Indore, Rewa, Gwalior and Singrauli etc. cities of Madhya Pradesh with PM Shri Tourism Air Service, tourists will be able to avail the benefits of the scheme in the form of cheap travel for a month. Tourists start coming to Khajuraho in large numbers from the month of August onwards.

    50% discount

    Not only will the air travel company Fly Ola get the benefit of this but tourists will also get it. Let us tell you that the fare from Khajuraho to Bhopal is about Rs 6375, but with a 50 percent discount, the company is charging this fare for Rs 3187.

    Delhi to Banaras flight was available from Khajuraho

    The biggest problem faced by the tourists visiting the world tourist city was the lack of air services. Because services from Khajuraho to Delhi and Banaras have been available. But under the PM Shri Yojana, Khajuraho has been connected to cities like Gwalior, Bhopal, Indore, Rewa, Jabalpur etc. Six people can easily travel in these aircrafts. Also, flights can be taken from the tourist city to the above mentioned cities.

    This is the schedule of Khajuraho

    For its passengers, Fly Ola company has released the schedule of the major cities of the state which are connected by air service. Under this, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday have been included for the visit to Khajuraho. On these days people will be able to travel to Khajuraho.

    The schedule released by the company comes with a 35% discount on fares. Now, starting August 12, the company is offering a 50% discount on travel bookings for one month.

    Saturday

    Bhopal to Khajuraho – Rs 4150 Khajuraho to Rewa – Rs 1750 Rewa to Sigrauli – Rs 1500 Sigrauli to Rewa – Rs 1500 Rewa to Khajuraho – Rs 1750 Khajuraho to Bhopal – Rs 4150

    (As per company’s travel schedule 35% discount)

    The company is offering 50% discount on fares for one month. Tourists and others will be able to avail this benefit upon booking. Its complete schedule has been released on the site.

    -Simran, Executive, Flyola