Prime Minister Modi today said, India’s aviation sector has undergone a historic transformation over the past decade, evolving into the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market. Mr Modi stated this in a video message at the Wings India 2026 event, which got underway at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad today. He recalled that air travel in the country was once limited to an exclusive club, but India is no longer limited to a privileged few and is becoming accessible to all.
The Prime Minister said that the UDAN scheme has enabled nearly 1.5 crore passengers to fly on routes that did not even exist a decade ago. The Prime Minister said India is positioning itself as a land of aviation opportunities, spanning aircraft manufacturing, advanced air mobility, and aircraft leasing.
Further, Mr Modi mentioned that Wings India is no longer just a summit but has become a crucial platform shaping the future of India’s aviation ecosystem. Asia’s largest civil aviation event, Wings India 2026 will continue till Saturday, showcasing the rise of Indian aviation and the future of global flight.
