Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that affordable air taxis will soon become a reality in India, aiming to enhance urban mobility and make air travel accessible to more citizens. Speaking at the Second Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation, he highlighted the success of the UDAN scheme, which has allowed over 14 million lower middle-class passengers to fly. Modi emphasized the need for constant technological innovations and a trained workforce to support the aviation sector's growth, which includes significant investments in infrastructure and a projected expansion of airlines ordering over 1,200 new aircraft. The government aims to establish a comprehensive framework for air taxis by 2026, working alongside private partners like InterGlobe Enterprises and Archer Aviation. Additionally, the Delhi Declaration was introduced to foster international cooperation and knowledge sharing in aviation, addressing challenges such as cybersecurity. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation is also set to conduct a Special Safety Audit of Flying Training Organisations to ensure safety standards are met.