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2023

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

What is the name of the initiative of Civil Aviation Ministry which aims to supply medical supplies across country amid lockdown?

A	Lifeline Udan
B	India Udan
C	Either A or B
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) was launched as a regional connectivity scheme under the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 2016.

Detailed explanation-2: -UDAN is a regional connectivity scheme spearheaded by the Government of India (GoI). The full form of UDAN is ‘Ude Desh ka Aam Nagarik’ and aims to develop smaller regional airports to allow common citizens easier access to aviation services.

Detailed explanation-3: -UDAN Scheme has benefitted a diverse set of stakeholders. Passengers have got the benefits of air connectivity, airlines have received concessions for operating regional routes, unserved regions have received the direct and indirect benefits of air connectivity for their economic development.

Detailed explanation-4: -Since its launch, RCS UDAN has significantly increased the regional air-connectivity in the country. The number of operational airports have gone up to 141 from 74 at the start. More than one crore passengers have availed the benefits of this scheme as of August 2022.

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