Technical Glitch in PM Modi’s Aircraft: Emergency Landing at Deoghar Airport During Jharkhand Election Campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s aircraft faced a technical issue at Deoghar, Jharkhand, leaving him stranded since 2:20 PM. According to sources, another aircraft is being arranged from Delhi for the Prime Minister. He remains inside the plane as the SPG has not permitted him to move to the airport lounge.
Earlier in the day, PM Modi traveled to Deoghar using the same aircraft. From there, he attended an event in Jamui, Bihar, organized to mark Adivasi Day. On his return, the plane was scheduled to take off from Deoghar for Delhi but failed to do so due to the technical glitch.
Special Aircraft Dispatched from Delhi; Security Tightened at Airport
A special aircraft from the Indian Air Force is being sent from Delhi to Deoghar. Security measures outside the airport have been heightened.
As per reports, a senior pilot informed about the technical glitch, following which the PMO coordinated the arrangements and dispatched the Air Force aircraft to Deoghar.
Rahul Gandhi’s Plane Denied Take-Off Clearance at Deoghar
Earlier, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s aircraft was also denied take-off clearance at Deoghar. After addressing an election rally in Godda, Jharkhand, on Friday, he was scheduled to return to Delhi.
However, reports suggest that Air Traffic Control (ATC) did not grant permission for the plane to take off from Godda’s Belbadda. As a result, he had to wait for 45 minutes at Deoghar Airport. During this time, Rahul Gandhi stayed inside the aircraft, scrolling through his mobile phone.
Political Controversy Over Rahul Gandhi’s Plane Clearance
The denial of take-off clearance for Rahul Gandhi’s aircraft has sparked political controversy. The Congress alleges that the clearance was withheld due to Prime Minister Modi’s event. Eventually, Rahul Gandhi’s plane was granted permission to take off from Mahagama.
It’s worth noting that the second phase of Jharkhand elections is scheduled for November 20, covering 38 seats. A total of 528 candidates are in the fray, some of whom are seen as potential game-changers for prominent political leaders.
