Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's chartered plane made an emergency landing at Agra's Kheria Airport on Wednesday due to a mid-air technical issue.
The incident occurred around 3:40 PM, roughly 20 minutes after the plane took off. The Chief Minister had just concluded his official engagements in Agra before boarding the flight.
According to reports, the technical glitch surfaced while the aircraft was in the air, prompting the pilots to exercise caution and return to Agra for a safe landing.
The decision to make an emergency landing was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all on board. Thankfully, the plane landed safely, and no injuries or significant damage were reported.
Local authorities and airport officials responded promptly to the situation. Engineers examined the aircraft to identify the cause of the technical issue, and necessary inspections were carried out.
The Chief Minister's team is reportedly assessing the situation to determine further travel arrangements.
The incident has raised concerns regarding the maintenance and safety of chartered flights used by high-profile leaders.
While the exact nature of the technical glitch is yet to be revealed, officials have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to prevent such occurrences in the future.
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