<h1>Aviation connectivity policy expands international routes under subsidy-backed scheme, enabling new direct international flight services.</h1> Direct international air service from Bhubaneswar to Abu Dhabi will commence in June under the B-MAAN scheme, with Indigo operating thrice weekly as part of the state's aviation connectivity strategy under the New Destination Policy. The B-MAAN programme targets airport modernisation and expansion, including a greenfield airport at Paradip, and the New Destination Policy 2024 provides financial assistance to bridge gaps between operational costs and expected revenues to support enhanced air connectivity.