The Times of India

India expected to have more than 400 airports by 2047 as UDAN, seaplane plans expand: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's aviation sector's historic transformation into the world's third-largest domestic market, driven by a vision for inclusive air travel. Significant infrastructure development, including a doubling of airports and the success of the UDAN scheme, has made air travel accessible. India is also focusing on self-reliance in aircraft manufacturing and emerging as a global aviation hub.