“Fare Se Fursat” Fixed Airfare Scheme | 16 Oct 2025

Source: PIB 

The Minister of Civil Aviation, launched a new initiative titled "Fare Se Fursat", a fixed airfare scheme by India’s government-owned regional carrier, Alliance Air. 

• India’s aviation sector’s dynamic pricing model is being reformed through a new scheme aimed at ensuring transparent, stable, and affordable regional airfares. 
• Key Features 
  • Fixed Fare System: Passengers will pay a single, constant fare, even for same-day bookings. 
  • Aligned with UDAN: It supports the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) mission of making flying accessible for the middle and lower-middle classes. 
  • Passenger Benefits: Ensures predictable travel costs, reduces stress, and encourages first-time flyers from smaller towns. 

India’s Aviation Sector 

• India’s aviation industry has witnessed rapid expansion, making it the third-largest domestic aviation market after the USA and China.  
• India’s aviation revenue is expected to grow by 15-20% in FY24 and 10-15% in FY25.  
• Domestic air traffic in FY23 reached 306.79 million passengers, a 13.5% YoY growth, while international traffic rose 22.3% to 69.64 million passengers.  
• Operational airports increased from 74 in 2014 to 157 in 2024, with a goal of 350-400 by 2047.