Modified UDAN is the next phase of India’s Regional Connectivity Scheme. The Ministry of Civil Aviation says the scheme is being implemented from FY 2026–27 to FY 2035–36 with an outlay of ₹28,840 crore. The policy goal is to deepen regional air connectivity, improve last-mile access, and make smaller aviation markets more viable.
The earlier UDAN scheme, launched in October 2016, was designed to make air travel affordable and accessible for underserved and unserved regions. According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, UDAN has operationalised 679 routes across 95 airports, heliports, and water aerodromes, with more than 3.58 lakh flights serving over 1.68 crore passengers as of 15 July 2026.
What changed in Modified UDAN
Modified UDAN adds stronger infrastructure support, maintenance support, and route viability support. The scheme also places more emphasis on helipads and indigenous aviation capacity under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Main components and numbers
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has proposed four major components:
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