Uttarakhand Conferred ‘Best State for Promotion of Aviation Ecosystem | 03 Feb 2026

Why in News? 

Uttarakhand has been conferred the “Best State for Promotion of Aviation Ecosystem” award at Wings India 2026. 

Key Points 

• Event: Wings India 2026, a premier aviation conference and exhibition held at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad. 
• Award: Uttarakhand received the “Best State for Promotion of Aviation Ecosystem” award, recognising its proactive policies and initiatives to develop aviation infrastructure and connectivity. 
  • The award reflects Uttarakhand’s transition from a difficult‑to‑access Himalayan region to one increasingly connected by air services, enhancing tourism, disaster management and public services. 
• Policy Initiatives: Uttarakhand has expanded air connectivity under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme and developed heliports and airstrips. 
  • Improved civil aviation has boosted tourism, heli‑tourism and Char Dham Yatra accessibility, while aiding emergency medical services and disaster response in mountainous terrain. 
• National Recognition: The award was presented by the Union Minister for Civil Aviation, underscoring Uttarakhand’s national role in aviation development.