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Karnataka govt weighs 1 airport for 3 districts after Udan setback | Bengaluru News

Industries minister MB Patil in the assembly on Tuesday BENGALURU: The state govt is exploring the possibility of setting up a single airport to serve Ballari, Vijayanagara and Koppal districts, citing mixed results of the Centre’s Udan scheme.Infrastructure development minister MB Patil told the legislative council Tuesday that the govt is assessing a viable model…

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India expected to have more than 400 airports by 2047 as UDAN, seaplane plans expand: PM Narendra Modi |

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a gathering on Wednesday, said that India’s aviation sector has undergone a historic transformation over the past decade, evolving from an exclusive mode of transport into the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market. For more clarity, check the official press release by Prime Minister’s Office.Addressing the Wings India 2026 programme…

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All aboard for UDAN? Regional connectivity scheme revamp awaits cabinet nod; set to back airlines’ losses

India’s regional connectivity scheme is headed for a revamp, awaiting Cabinet’s approval for a plan that would financially support airlines operating on remote routes to cover potential losses. Launched in 2016, the scheme caps fares on half of the seats to make air travel affordable. However, flights to hinterland destinations often remain commercially unviable due…

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