India Approves Modified UDAN Scheme
Analysis based on 23 articles · First reported Mar 25, 2026 · Last updated Mar 25, 2026
The approval of the modified UDAN scheme by the India — Union Council of Ministers is expected to significantly boost the aviation and construction sectors in India, leading to increased investment and job creation. Enhanced regional connectivity will stimulate economic growth, trade, and tourism in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, positively impacting local economies and potentially increasing demand for related services.
The India — Union Council of Ministers, chaired by Narendra Modi, approved the modified UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme for a 10-year period until 2035-36, with a total outlay of Rs. 28,840 crore. This scheme aims to strengthen regional air connectivity and expand aviation infrastructure across India. Key proposals include developing 100 airports from existing unserved airstrips with a budgetary support of Rs. 12,159 crore, and constructing 200 modern helipads at a cost of Rs. 3,661 crore, primarily in priority and aspirational districts. The scheme also allocates Rs. 10,043 crore for Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to airline operators and provides operation and maintenance support for RCS aerodromes. Additionally, it proposes the procurement of two HAL Dhruv helicopters for Pawan Hans and two HAL Dornier aircraft for NCD Alliance, supporting the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' vision. The initiative is expected to boost economic growth, trade, and tourism in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, improve healthcare access in remote areas, and contribute to India's 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision.
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