Name the scheme launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation to transport agricultural products along international and national routes.

The correct answer is Krishi Udan Scheme.

Key Points

• The Krishi Udan Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation to facilitate the transportation of agricultural products across national and international routes.
• It aims to assist farmers in transporting their produce to different markets, thereby enhancing their income opportunities.
• The scheme is part of the government's efforts to support the agricultural sector and ensure that farmers get better prices for their produce by reaching a larger market.
• The Krishi Udan Scheme involves collaboration with various airlines and other stakeholders to provide dedicated cargo space for agricultural products.
• This initiative also includes the provision of subsidies and other incentives to reduce transportation costs for farmers.
• The scheme focuses on both domestic and international routes, thus opening up global markets for Indian farmers.

 Additional Information

•  Udan Scheme
  • Udan Scheme, also known as Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik, is an initiative by the Government of India to make air travel accessible and affordable for the common citizen.
  • The scheme aims to enhance regional connectivity by developing underserved and unserved airports across the country.
• PM Udan Scheme
  • The PM Udan Scheme does not exist as an official scheme; it might be a confusion with the Udan Scheme.
• Kisan Udan Scheme
  • The Kisan Udan Scheme is often mistaken but it is essentially the same as the Krishi Udan Scheme.