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UDAN Scheme: Kishtwar, Udhampur airports to improve J&K’s regional connectivity, boost local economy

Jammu, Oct 16 (UNI)The air travel will soon become an ease and be like dream coming true for the residents of hilly belts at affordable rates with the completion of proposed Kishtwar and operationalization of Udhampur airports under UDAN Scheme that will not only boost the economic growth but also promote tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.
Notably, Kishtwar and Udhampur districts are among the key destinations in Jammu and Kashmir attracting thousands of tourists to its picturesque spots every year.
“The proposed airports are included in the UDAN scheme to enhance connectivity in the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir,” said an official. He said that the feasibility and land assessment studies for its development are underway, which will also help boost the region's economy and markets for local produce.
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