34 Udan Routes Discontinued in Uttar Pradesh

The Udan scheme in India aims to connect smaller cities and regions by air.

Recently, 34 routes in Uttar Pradesh were stopped before their planned end because they weren't performing well.

The government says these routes might be considered again in the future.

They also launched a new phase of the scheme with more money to build heliports in hilly and northeastern areas.

The scheme helps airlines by giving them financial support for up to five years, but they have to eventually become self-sufficient.

Some airlines faced penalties for not meeting performance targets.