Greenfield Airport in Kota | 04 Jul 2024
Why in News?
Recently, Rajasthan Cabinet approved building of a Greenfield airport in Kota and an aerocity project in Jaipur.
Key Points
- According to the officials, Cargo services will be initiated at multiple airports in the state.
- Rajasthan aims to achieve self-reliance in power generation. New technology will be developed for solar energy.
- Three flying schools will be opened in the state in Kishangarh, Bhilwara and Jhalawar, which will generate employment opportunities.
Steps Government has Taken for the Aviation Sector
- Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate reduced to 5% from 18% for domestic Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services.
- Benefits under Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 3.0 have been extended to the civil aviation sector.
- Operation of Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) - UDAN (UdeDeshKaAamNagrik) flights promoted private investments in existing and new airports through the PPP route.
- Route rationalisation in the Indian airspace in coordination with the Indian Air Force for efficient airspace management, shorter routes and reduced fuel burn.
- RCS-UDAN was launched to promote air connectivity to unserved and underserved airports in Tier-II and Tier-III cities to stimulate regional growth and provide affordable air travel to the citizens.