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IJSREM68463
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10 |
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Oct 2026
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1-8
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Monthly (12 issues per year)
License:International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management follows the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) License, allowing free use and distribution with proper attribution.
Business Administration - UG (BBA)
Soundarya Institute of Management & Science
Business Administration - UG (BBA)
Soundarya Institute of Management & Science
The Indian aviation industry has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years, aided by technological developments and the digitization of aviation services. Digital transformation has changed various aspects of the travel process, such as online booking of tickets, digital payment, passenger information systems, mobile apps, automated airport services and digital check-in facilities. The Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), popularly known as Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN), is a key component of Indian aviation policy that aims to provide air connectivity to remote and unserved destinations in India. The present study focuses on the role of digital transformation in Indian aviation with special reference to the UDAN scheme. It examines how digital technologies can enhance accessibility, passenger convenience and ease of doing business in regional aviation, and discusses their impact on operational efficiency and regional connectivity. The paper further highlights the challenges posed by technology-driven solutions, such as technological infrastructure, digital literacy, cybersecurity and accessibility in remote areas. The study is based primarily on secondary data. It attempts to highlight the applicability of digital transformation for achieving the objectives of the UDAN scheme and developing a more accessible, efficient and technologically advanced regional aviation network in India.
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The study concludes that digital transformation can play a major role in the development of the Indian aviation industry, especially in regional air connectivity through the UDAN scheme. The number of UDAN routes and passengers has grown substantially over the study period, which demonstrates the relevance of regional aviation in India. Digital technologies such as online booking and payments, apps, real-time information, digital check-in and contactless services can be used to enhance the accessibility, convenience and efficiency of regional air travel. At the same time, the adoption of new technologies faces challenges such as the need for digital infrastructure, connectivity, literacy, cybersecurity and staff training. Overall, the study concludes that UDAN provides a reliable basis for regional air connectivity, while digital transformation can enhance it by introducing more accessible, convenient and efficient aviation services.
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10/29/2026
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