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India's Airports Are Our Global Identity Card, Says Aviation Minister

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu stated that India's airports serve as the country's identity card to the world, combining global standards with local heritage. He highlighted the Airports Authority of India's role as the backbone of the UDAN scheme, making air travel accessible across diverse terrains. The minister also chaired a meeting focused on building domestic capabilities for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance. Additionally, the government announced a calibrated approach to mitigate sharp airfare increases despite rising fuel costs, aiming to protect passengers and ensure sector stability.

Key Points: India's Airports: Global Identity Card, Says Minister Naidu

  • Airports as India's global identity
  • AAI backbone of UDAN vision
  • Push for aircraft manufacturing
  • Calibrated approach to airfares
  • Passenger-centric initiatives
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Our airports are India's identity card to the world: Ram Mohan Naidu

Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu says Indian airports blend global innovation with local heritage, supporting Modi's UDAN vision and stable airfares.

"Our airports are India's identity card to the world - Ram Mohan Naidu"

New Delhi, April 1

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Wednesday said our airports are India's identity card to the world, with global standards of innovation and architecture deeply rooted in local heritage, signifying 'Vikas Bhi Virasat Bhi'.

Speaking at the 31st Annual Day of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) here, he said AAI stands as the backbone of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's UDAN vision by making air travel accessible across the vast and varied terrains of the country.

"AAI is also redefining the flying experience in the country with passenger-centric initiatives like UDAN Yatri Cafe, Flybrary, Free Wi-Fi and Kids Zones. Heartiest congratulations to AAI staff and families behind them for truly living up to the vision of becoming a world-class airport developer and operator," said the minister.

Naidu also chaired the Civil Aviation Consultative Committee meeting on the important subject of manufacturing and maintenance of aircraft and aircraft components in the country.

"The Government's vision, under the reform-driven leadership of PM Modi, is to build an Atmanirbhar aviation ecosystem by strengthening domestic capabilities and positioning India in global aviation supply chain. I thank the participating MPs for their valuable inputs and for appreciating the progress being made towards building civil aircraft manufacturing capabilities in the country," Naidu noted.

Earlier in the day, the government said that domestic airfares are unlikely to see a sharp rise as it has cushioned the impact of a steep surge in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices by allowing only a partial increase for domestic airlines.

Naidu said the calibrated approach would help protect passengers and the aviation sector. "This calibrated approach will help shield passengers from sharp fare increases, ease the burden on domestic airlines, and support the continued stability of the aviation sector at this crucial juncture," he said.

He added that the move would also benefit the broader economy by ensuring smooth cargo movement and maintaining critical air connectivity for trade and logistics.

- IANS

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Priya S
Good to hear about controlling airfares! As a frequent flyer for work, the recent fuel price hikes had me worried. A calibrated approach is much needed to keep travel affordable for the common person.
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Rohit P
'Vikas Bhi Virasat Bhi' is a great slogan. But I hope this focus on world-class airports also extends to improving the basic passenger experience at smaller, older airports. Cleanliness and efficient baggage handling shouldn't be a luxury.
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Sarah B
The UDAN scheme is a game-changer. Connecting smaller towns by air has huge economic potential. Making India's aviation sector self-reliant in manufacturing is the logical next step. Ambitious, but necessary.
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Karthik V
Free Wi-Fi and Flybrary are nice touches, but what about on-time performance and reducing congestion on the tarmac? That's what truly defines a world-class experience. The focus should be on core operations too.
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Michael C
As someone who travels to India often, I can confirm the airports are impressive. The shift in the last decade is remarkable. They are efficient, beautiful, and do feel like a welcoming gateway.

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