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Affordable Food Options at Bhubaneswar Airport Launched under UDAN Scheme

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Passengers at Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik International Airport now have access to affordable food and beverages with the inauguration of the 'Udaan Yatri Cafe'. The initiative is part of the Central government's effort to provide budget-friendly refreshment options at airports. Unlike premium outlets, the Udaan Yatri Cafe serves essentials at minimal rates, with tea for Rs 10, packaged water for Rs 10, coffee for Rs 20, samosas for Rs 20, and a sweet of the day for Rs 20. The rates have been deliberately kept low to make air travel more accessible and comfortable for all categories of passengers.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Udaan Yatri Cafe is a part of the Central government's initiative to provide budget-friendly refreshment options at airports.
  • The cafe serves essentials at minimal rates, including tea for Rs 10, packaged water for Rs 10, coffee for Rs 20, samosas for Rs 20, and a sweet of the day for Rs 20.
  • The rates have been deliberately kept low to make air travel more accessible and comfortable for all categories of passengers.
  • The cafe is aligned with the UDAN scheme, aimed at making air travel more inclusive.
  • The first Udaan Yatri Cafe was introduced at Kolkata Airport in December 2024.
  • The government has announced plans to roll out 10 to 15 such cafes at major airports within the next year.
  • Travellers at the airport welcomed the move, saying that reasonably priced food has been a long-standing demand.

Statistics:

  • The first Udaan Yatri Cafe was introduced at Kolkata Airport in December 2024.
  • The government has announced plans to roll out 10 to 15 such cafes at major airports within the next year.
  • Tea costs Rs 10 each.
  • Packaged water costs Rs 10 each.
  • Coffee costs Rs 20 each.
  • Samosas cost Rs 20 each.
  • A sweet of the day costs Rs 20 each.

Sources:

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  • Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Orissa TV

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