Modified UDAN to boost regional air connectivity in Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM

The Union Cabinet’s approval of the Modified Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN) is set to significantly enhance air travel accessibility for Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities like Visakhapatnam.

N. Purushottam, Director of Visakhapatnam Airport, said on Wednesday that the latest iteration focuses on a robust expansion of infrastructure, including the development of 100 airports and 200 heliports across the country. For the coastal region of Andhra Pradesh, the scheme promises a more inclusive framework by offering affordable airfares on larger aircraft, ensuring a greater number of subsidised seats for regional commuters.