Bihar Launches Subsidised Heli-Tourism Service

Exam-focused facts from the 16 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Bihar government launched the 'Mukhyamantri Bihar Heli-Tourism and Air Tourism Service Scheme-2026' on July 13, 2026.
Under the scheme, helicopter services will be operated every Saturday and Sunday starting from July 18, 2026.
The scheme provides subsidised tickets for helicopter rides to major tourist destinations including Patna, Rajgir, Valmikinagar, and Kaimur.
The state government will provide adequate subsidy per ticket to make the service affordable for common people.
Booking for the service commenced on July 13, 2026.