Centre Announces Rs 18,000-Crore Scheme For Airlines, MSMEs Hit By Iran War
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Summary
Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the ECLGS 5.0, having an outlay of Rs 18,100 crore, would help airlines as well as MSMEs impacted by the West Asia crisis.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source NDTV - India
Published Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right