India's Aviation Sector Soars: Plans for 350 Airports by 2047

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced plans to increase India's airports to 350 by 2047, fostering tourism and connectivity. Speaking at World Tourism Day, he highlighted the government's efforts to enhance domestic connectivity, improve hospitality, and exempt foreign tourists from visa fees under the 'Chalo India' campaign.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu revealed ambitions to boost India's airport count to 350 by 2047, aligning with the nation's vision of 'Viksit Bharat'. Marking World Tourism Day at Vigyan Bhawan, he outlined his ministry's plans to link more hinterland locations to tourism.

Naidu emphasized the importance of domestic connectivity and welcoming foreign tourists, noting that airports act as gateways to the country. He congratulated the Tourism Ministry's 'Chalo India' campaign, which aims to exempt one lakh foreign tourists from visa fees.

The minister praised the UDAAN scheme for making air travel accessible to common citizens and committed to enhancing seaplane and helicopter services. He heralded air travel as vital for boosting tourism and sustainable development, aligning with the goals of World Tourism Day.

(With inputs from agencies.)