Good News for Flyers: UDAN Yatri Cafe at Chennai Airport Offers Snacks for Rs 20, Soon to Open in Delhi

Chennai: Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu, on Thursday inaugurated the UDAN Yatri Cafe at Chennai Airport, marking another step in the government’s push to make air travel more accessible and affordable for the common man.

 The cafe, located in the pre-check area of the TI domestic terminal, offers an array of refreshments at highly affordable prices. For instance, passengers can enjoy a cup of tea for just Rs 10, a water bottle for Rs 10, samosas for Rs 20, and coffee for Rs 20.

The UDAN Yatri Cafe initiative, which was first launched at Kolkata Airport in December last year, has garnered significant passenger demand. In response, the initiative is being expanded nationwide, with plans to introduce the facility at Delhi Airport as well. 

The cafe is strategically designed to serve passengers in a convenient, hygienic, and cost-effective manner, offering basic refreshments while maintaining high standards of quality.

Speaking to the media, Naidu highlighted that the UDAN Yatri Cafe is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's vision of inclusive air travel, aiming to make flying more affordable and accessible to all. 

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He further emphasized that this initiative aligns with the goals of the UDAN scheme (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), which is focused on democratizing air travel across India.

The UDAN Yatri Cafe at Chennai Airport comes as part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure and passenger services at one of the busiest airports in the country. Chennai Airport currently handles over 22 million passengers annually and is undergoing major upgrades. 

Terminal 2 is being expanded to enhance international operations, while Terminals 1 and 4 are being refurbished with an investment of over Rs 75 crore. Additionally, a Rs 19 crore traffic flow management system is being implemented to ease congestion on the city-side.

In his address, Naidu also highlighted various passenger-friendly services at Chennai Airport, such as free buggy services for senior citizens and pregnant women, modern lounges, childcare rooms, and medical facilities.

 The airport is also fully powered by green energy and features a 1.5 MW solar power plant, underlining its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

With the launch of the UDAN Yatri Cafe, the government continues to prioritize both the convenience and comfort of air travelers, while making air travel more affordable and accessible for all.