About the Scheme

• Krishi UDAN Scheme was launched to assist farmers in transporting agricultural products so that it improves their value realisation. 
• The scheme aims to ensure seamless, cost-effective, time-bound air transportation and associated logistics for all Agri-produce originating especially from Northeast, hilly and tribal regions of the country. 
• The objectives are to increase the share of air in the modal mix for transportation of Agri-produce, which includes horticulture, fishery, livestock & processed products. 

Why in News?

• The government is planning to bring 21 more airports under the Krishi Udan scheme. 

https://newsonair.gov.in/News?title=Govt-planning-to-bring-21-more-airports-under-Krishi-Udan-scheme%3a-Jyotiraditya-Scindia&id=455817