Indian aviation sector

UDAN SCHEME: FEATURES, SIGNIFICANCE, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

The ₹28,840 crore Modified UDAN Scheme (2026–36) shifts from short-term routes to permanent infrastructure and VGF support. While promoting Atmanirbhar Bharat through indigenous aircraft, its long-term success depends on tackling ATF taxes and structural regulatory constraints for Viksit Bharat.