The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has launched Alliance Air’s ‘Fare Se Fursat’ scheme, a fixed airfare initiative aimed at eliminating fare fluctuations and promoting affordable, predictable air travel in India. The scheme aligns with the broader objective of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme to enhance regional connectivity and democratise aviation.
Key Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
| Scheme Name | Fare Se Fursat |
| Launched by | Ministry of Civil Aviation |
| Implementing Airline | Alliance Air |
| Type | Fixed airfare scheme |
| Key Objective | Affordable and predictable air travel |
| Target Group | Middle class, lower-middle class, first-time flyers |
About the Scheme
‘Fare Se Fursat’ is a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, where a single fixed airfare is applicable for a route regardless of the booking time.
Unlike dynamic pricing models used by airlines, this scheme ensures that:
- Ticket prices remain constant even for last-minute bookings
- Passengers are free from uncertainty and price volatility
The scheme aims to make air travel more accessible, transparent, and stress-free, especially for passengers from smaller cities.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
| Fixed Pricing | One fare per route, no fluctuation |
| Predictability | Same fare irrespective of booking date |
| Pilot Phase | 13 October – 31 December 2025 |
| Coverage | Select UDAN routes |
| Inclusion Focus | Encourages Tier-2 and Tier-3 city passengers |
The scheme removes the complexity associated with dynamic airfare pricing, thereby improving passenger confidence and planning.
Objectives and Significance
- Promotes democratisation of aviation
- Enhances affordability and accessibility of air travel
- Supports:
- Middle-class and neo-middle-class travellers
- First-time flyers
- Encourages usage of regional air routes
- Reinforces the idea of aviation as a public service, not purely profit-driven
Link with UDAN Scheme
The initiative is closely aligned with the UDAN scheme, which aims to:
- Improve regional connectivity
- Make air travel accessible to the common citizen
- Connect:
- Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with major hubs
‘Fare Se Fursat’ complements UDAN by ensuring that connectivity is not only available but also affordable and predictable.
About Alliance Air
| Aspect | Details |
| Type | Government-owned regional airline |
| Parent Entity | Air India Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL) |
| Established | April 1996 |
| Origin | Subsidiary of Indian Airlines |
| Status | Continued as state-owned carrier after Air India privatization (2021) |
Historical Evolution
- Began operations in 1996 using Boeing 737 aircraft
- Merged with Vayudoot Airlines in 1997 to expand regional connectivity
- Became a key operator under the UDAN scheme (2016)
Functions
- Provides regional air connectivity
- Connects: Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with metro cities
- Supports: Government initiatives on affordable aviation
UDAN Scheme (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik)
| Feature | Details |
| Launched | 2016 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Civil Aviation |
| Objective | Affordable regional air connectivity |
| Key Feature | Fare caps + viability gap funding |
Dynamic Pricing (Concept)
- Airfare changes based on: Demand, Seat availability, Time of booking
- Can lead to: High prices during peak demand
Regional Connectivity Importance
- Promotes: Balanced regional development
- Enhances: Tourism, Mobility, Trade
AIAHL (Air India Assets Holding Limited)
- Government-owned entity
- Holds: Non-core assets of Air India
- Manages: Alliance Air