Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya had a narrow escape when the helicopter he was traveling in encountered a technical issue, leading to an emergency landing at Lucknow Airport. The incident took place while Maurya was en route from La Martiniere Ground in Lucknow to Kaushambi. Sources revealed that a sudden technical problem forced the pilot to land the helicopter at Lucknow Airport as a safety precaution after smoke was detected inside the aircraft during the flight.
Arrangements are being made for Maurya to proceed to Kaushambi by road following the emergency landing. The helicopter is undergoing a thorough technical inspection to identify the cause of the malfunction and ensure its safety for future use. Maurya is expected to participate in a public event in Kaushambi, where he will engage with around 10,000 women associated with self-help groups during the two-day Saras Mahotsav, aimed at promoting rural livelihoods and women’s empowerment.
During the program, Maurya will interact with women from various self-help groups, learning about their work, experiences, and accomplishments, while encouraging them to strive for financial independence and self-reliance. Additionally, the Deputy Chief Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the Saras Mahotsav at Babu Singh Degree College Ground in Sayara, where nearly 10,000 women from self-help groups in the district are expected to participate.
The incident comes at a time of heightened aviation safety concerns following a recent tragic aircraft accident in Maharashtra. On January 28, a Learjet 45XR aircraft crashed during a landing attempt at Baramati in Pune district, carrying five individuals, including Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The aircraft, registered as VT-SSK and operated by VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, was on a non-scheduled VIP charter flight when the crash occurred on Runway 11 at Baramati.
