Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Centre Reviews Revamped UDAN Scheme for Air Connectivity
The Indian government is planning a new version of the UDAN scheme, which helps people fly to different places.
This new plan will last for ten years, starting in 2026, with the goal of making it easier to travel by air.
It aims to connect more cities and help more people, especially in remote areas.
The government hopes it will solve earlier problems and encourage more airlines to join.
This may lead to more airports and flights.
The Centre is reviewing the proposed new version of the UDAN scheme.
The revamped scheme aims to span from 2026 to 2036, boosting regional air connectivity.
The scheme is expected to address earlier challenges and attract private participation.
The new version was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26.
The UDAN scheme has doubled the number of operational airports in India since 2014.
- Who
- Government of India
- What
- Reviewing the revamped UDAN regional air connectivity scheme
- When
- To span from 2026 to 2036
- Where
- Across India, with a focus on remote areas
- Why
- To boost regional air connectivity and address prior challenges
Government's Stance
Not Applicable
Scheme Extension
Government's Stance
The government is extending the UDAN scheme for another 10 years.
Not Applicable
N/A
- Scheme Name
- UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik)
- Scheme Goal
- Boosting regional air connectivity
- New Scheme Duration
- 2026 to 2036
- Additional Destinations (projected)
- 120
- Projected Passengers (next decade)
- 4 crore
- Operational Airports (2014)
- 74
- Operational Airports (2024)
- 160+
