India's Aviation Sector Takes Flight: A Decade of Growth and Innovation

Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasized India’s decade-long potential for rapid growth in the aviation sector, highlighting the key contributions of institutions like NAL. The government's strong private-sector collaborations, increasing airports, and initiatives like UDAN aim to make aviation accessible and self-reliant.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that India's aviation sector is on the cusp of extensive growth, supported by both government initiatives and private-sector collaborations. Speaking at a virtual event, he highlighted NAL's contributions to bolstering this trajectory.

Under Prime Minister Modi's tenure, significant strides in technology, including the development of space and biotechnology, have been achieved through private-sector involvement. This model is now being applied to aviation, with an estimated passenger load of six crore by 2027.

The minister also spotlighted India's burgeoning infrastructure, citing the increase in airports from 70 to over 130, aligning with the UDAN scheme's vision for accessible aviation. The future demands a significant increase in pilots and aircraft, pointing towards a promising horizon for the sector.

(With inputs from agencies.)