Mera Saansad
تلاش کریں تلاش کریں
اردو language

PM launches UDAN – Regional Connectivity Scheme for Civil Aviation - from Shimla

Published By : Admin | April 27, 2017 | 10:36 IST
PM flags off the first #UDAN flight under the regional connectivity scheme
PM Modi lays Foundation Stone of a Hydro Engineering College at Bilaspur, Himal Pradesh
The lives of the middle class are being transformed and their aspirations are rising. If given the right chance, they can do wonders: PM Modi
Aviation sector in India is filled with immense opportunity: PM Modi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today launched UDAN – the Regional Connectivity Scheme for civil aviation, from Shimla Airport. Under this scheme, flights have begun today from Shimla, Nanded and Kadapa Airports.

 

The Prime Minister also unveiled an e-plaque to mark the laying of Foundation Stone of a Hydro Engineering College at Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh.

The Prime Minister addressed the gathering at Shimla Airport, and also at Nanded and Kadapa via video link.

He said the lives of the middle class are being transformed, and their aspirations are rising. He said that given the right chance, they can do wonders. He added that the aviation sector in India is filled with opportunity. Mentioning the scheme name – UDAN – Ude Desh Ka Aam Naagrik – he said that aviation was once considered the domain of a select few, but that has changed now. He said the new civil aviation policy marks an opportunity to cater to the aspirations of the people of India. He said Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are becoming growth engines, and enhanced aviation connectivity between them will be beneficial. He said the UDAN scheme will help the tourism sector in Himachal Pradesh.

Click here to read full text speech

Login or Register to add your comment
Explore More
شری رام جنم بھومی مندر دھوجاروہن اتسو کے دوران وزیر اعظم کی تقریر کا متن

Popular Speeches

شری رام جنم بھومی مندر دھوجاروہن اتسو کے دوران وزیر اعظم کی تقریر کا متن
View All
GIFT City scales new heights as India's 1st international finance and IT hub

Media Coverage

GIFT City scales new heights as India's 1st international finance and IT hub
View All
NM on the go

Nm on the go

Always be the first to hear from the PM. Get the App Now!
Download App
...
Prime Minister shares address by Shri Amit Shah in Lok Sabha on India’s decisive fight against Naxalism
March 30, 2026

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi shared the outstanding speech delivered by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah ji, noting that it was filled with important facts, historical context, and a detailed account of the Government’s efforts over the past decade. Shri Modi highlighted that for decades, the retrograde Maoist ideology had an adverse impact on the development of several regions, with Left Wing Extremism severely affecting the future of countless youngsters.

He further underlined that over the last ten years, the Government has worked towards uprooting this menace, while simultaneously ensuring that the benefits of development reach areas affected by Naxalism. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that the Government will continue to focus on strengthening good governance and ensuring peace and prosperity for all.

The Prime Minister posted on X:

“This is an outstanding speech by the Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah Ji, filled with important facts, historical context and the efforts of our Government in the last decade.

For decades, the retrograde Maoist ideology had an adverse impact on the development of several regions. Left Wing Extremism has ruined the future of countless youngsters.

In the last decade, our Government has worked towards uprooting this menace and at the same time ensuring the fruits of development reach areas affected by Naxalism. We will keep focusing on furthering good governance and ensuring peace and prosperity for all.”