In October 2021, the Ministry of Civil Aviation launched a scheme which will integrate cargo-related infrastructure in airports of hilly, tribal, and north-east regions. Name the scheme launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
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Correct answer: C
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The correct answear is option C i.e Krishi Udan 2.
Krishi Udan Scheme 2.0 was Launched on 27 October 2021 focus on bringing about a convergence between the agriculture and aviation sectors enhancing the existing provisions, mainly focusing on transporting perishable food products from the hilly areas, North-Eastern States and tribal areas.
- The main objective of the Krishi Udan Scheme 2.0 is to increase share of air carriage in the modal mix for transportation of Agri-produce, which includes horticulture, fishery, livestock and processed products.
- The scheme assists farmers in transporting agriculture products so that it improves their value realisation.
- Krishi UDAN 2.0 will be implemented at 53 airports across the country, primarily focussing on the north-eastern States and tribal regions, and is expected to benefit farmers, freight forwarders and airline.
- Ministry asked states in this scheme to reduce sales tax on aviation turbine fuel to one perc ent for airlines.