Alliance Air Launches ‘Fare Se Fursat’ Scheme to Offer Fixed Airfares Across Select Routes
New initiative aims to make air travel affordable, transparent, and stress-free for passengers under UDAN vision
Bhubaneswar : In a major move to make air travel more affordable and predictable, Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu launched ‘Fare Se Fursat’, a unique fixed airfare scheme introduced by government-owned regional carrier Alliance Air. The initiative marks the first time an Indian airline has introduced a single fixed fare system, ensuring passengers pay the same price regardless of when they book their ticket—even on the day of travel.
The launch event, held in New Delhi, was attended by key officials, including Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha, Alliance Air Chairman Amit Kumar, and CEO Rajarshi Sen. The scheme’s pilot phase will run from October 13 to December 31, 2025, across selected routes, allowing the airline to test its operational feasibility and gauge passenger feedback before a possible national rollout.
Explaining the concept behind the initiative, Minister Naidu said the ‘Fare Se Fursat’ scheme aligns with the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) mission, which aims to make air travel accessible and affordable for every Indian. “This model embodies the Prime Minister’s vision of democratizing aviation and extending its reach to the middle class, lower-middle class, and neo-middle class,” Naidu stated.
He emphasized that the static fare model eliminates the uncertainty and anxiety often caused by fluctuating ticket prices in India’s dynamic pricing system. “Passengers can now travel without worrying about last-minute fare hikes. This is a people-first approach to aviation,” the minister said.
Naidu also highlighted the ministry’s continued efforts to make flying a comfortable and inclusive experience. “Since assuming office, my focus has been on passenger-centric initiatives. Inspired by the Prime Minister, we launched Udan Yatri Cafes at airports, offering tea for ₹10, coffee for ₹20, and snacks for ₹20. Now, with ‘Fare Se Fursat’, we’re addressing one of the biggest concerns—airfare unpredictability,” he said.
Alliance Air, the only government-owned commercial airline in India, plays a crucial role in the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) by linking smaller cities and remote regions to major hubs. Calling the airline the “backbone of the UDAN scheme,” the Minister praised its decision to prioritize public service over profit.
“This is truly ‘Naye Bharat ki Udaan’—a new India taking flight by thinking beyond commercial returns and focusing on serving citizens,” Naidu remarked.
India’s aviation market largely follows dynamic pricing models, where fares increase sharply closer to departure dates. The ‘One Route, One Fare’ model introduced by Alliance Air seeks to change that paradigm by offering fare transparency and stability. The government expects the initiative to boost first-time flyers, particularly from smaller towns and Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, by removing financial uncertainty from travel planning.
The fixed fare initiative is expected to increase public confidence in regional air travel, making it a viable and predictable alternative to rail and road transport. By simplifying the fare structure, the scheme also promotes inclusivity and strengthens the UDAN vision of “Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik”—ensuring that every Indian can aspire to fly.
Alliance Air’s CEO Rajarshi Sen noted that the airline will closely monitor the pilot phase’s results. “Our goal is to make this model sustainable and scalable so that we can expand it to more routes in the future,” he said.
As India’s aviation sector continues to grow, the ‘Fare Se Fursat’ model may pave the way for similar reforms across the industry, potentially setting a new standard for affordability, transparency, and accessibility in regional air travel.
