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PM Modi Inaugurates New Jodhpur Airport Terminal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Jodhpur airport terminal, designed to boost tourism and connectivity, and also launched the Modified UDAN scheme from the city.
India Approves UDAN Scheme 2.0 to Develop 100 Airports, 200 Helipads
India's Centre has approved the UDAN Scheme 2.0, a program aimed at developing 100 new airports by upgrading existing unserved airstrips and establishing 200 helipads, supported by a capital outlay of Rs 12,159 crore.
Karnataka Government Considers Single Airport for Three Districts
The Karnataka government is exploring the possibility of establishing a single airport to serve Ballari, Vijayanagara, and Koppal districts, following mixed outcomes from the Centre's Udan scheme.
PM Modi Highlights India's Growth in Refining and Electronics Sectors
Prime Minister Modi stated that India is expanding its refining capacity and will soon have the entire electronics value chain within the country. He also inaugurated the Jodhpur terminal and announced the next phase of the UDAN scheme with a significant outlay.
Indian Cabinet Approves Modified UDAN Scheme with Rs 28,840 Crore Investment
The Indian Cabinet has approved a Modified UDAN scheme with an investment of Rs 28,840 crore, aiming to establish 100 new airports and 200 helipads across the country.
Karnataka Minister Flags Viability Concerns for New Airports Under UDAN Scheme
Karnataka Industries Minister M.B. Patil has raised concerns about the viability of new airports, particularly those developed under the UDAN scheme, citing potential issues with flight operations.
Watch: From take-off to turbulence: What is going wrong with UDAN scheme?
Launched in 2016, the UDAN scheme aimed to make air travel affordable and connect smaller towns across India. We break down what the scheme promised, what the numbers reveal, and the larger questions around its long-term sustainability.
PM Modi Inaugurates Greenfield Refinery and New Jodhpur Airport Terminal in Rajasthan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first greenfield refinery-petrochemical complex and a new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport in Rajasthan. These projects are part of a larger initiative to boost India's energy independence and improve regional connectivity.
Indian Cabinet Approves ₹28,840 Crore Modified UDAN Scheme
The Indian Cabinet has approved a ₹28,840 crore modified UDAN scheme for 10 years, aimed at boosting regional air connectivity, developing 100 airports, and improving access in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
Karnataka Minister Proposes UDAN Scheme Extension for Tier-II Airports
Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil has proposed extending India's UDAN scheme from three to five years, citing that airports in Tier-II cities are not financially viable after the scheme's current duration.