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UP Deputy CM's Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya's helicopter made an emergency landing at Lucknow Airport after a technical malfunction and reports of smoke inside the aircraft. Maurya escaped unhurt and arrangements were made for him to continue his journey to Kaushambi by road to attend a public event. The incident occurs against the backdrop of heightened aviation safety concerns following a recent fatal crash in Maharashtra involving another Deputy Chief Minister. Maurya was scheduled to inaugurate a women's empowerment festival and interact with thousands from self-help groups.

Key Points: UP Dy CM's Helicopter Emergency Landing in Lucknow

  • Emergency landing at Lucknow Airport
  • Technical glitch and smoke reported
  • Maurya to continue journey by road
  • Incident follows recent Maharashtra crash
  • Maurya to attend women's empowerment event
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UP Dy CM Maurya escapes unhurt after helicopter makes emergency landing in Lucknow

UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya safe after helicopter emergency landing due to technical glitch and smoke. Details on the incident and his schedule.

"smoke was reportedly noticed inside the helicopter during the flight - Sources"

Lucknow, March 7

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya had a close shave on Saturday after the helicopter in which he was travelling developed a technical glitch, and made an emergency landing at Lucknow Airport.

Deputy Chief Minister Maurya was travelling by the helicopter from La Martiniere Ground in Lucknow to Kaushambi when the issue occurred.

According to sources, a sudden technical malfunction forced the pilot to carry out an emergency landing at Lucknow Airport as a precautionary measure.

Sources said that smoke was reportedly noticed inside the helicopter during the flight, which prompted the immediate landing to ensure the safety of everyone on board, including that of Maurya and the crew members.

Following the emergency landing, arrangements are being made for Maurya to continue his journey to Kaushambi by road.

Meanwhile, the helicopter has been taken for a detailed technical inspection to determine the cause of the malfunction and to ensure safety before it is cleared for further use.

Maurya is scheduled to attend a public programme in Kaushambi later in the day. He will interact with around 10,000 women associated with self-help groups during the two-day Saras Mahotsav, an event organised to promote rural livelihoods and women's empowerment.

During the programme, Maurya is scheduled to learn about the work, experiences, and achievements of women from various self-help groups and encourage them to move towards greater financial independence and self-reliance.

The Deputy Chief Minister is also set to inaugurate the two-day Saras Mahotsav being organised at the Babu Singh Degree College Ground in Sayara. The event is expected to witness the participation of nearly 10,000 women from self-help groups across the district.

Officials said the programme aims to showcase the work of women entrepreneurs from rural areas and highlight their contribution to local economic development.

The incident comes amid heightened concerns over aviation safety following a recent tragic aircraft accident in Maharashtra. On January 28, a Learjet 45XR aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Baramati in Pune district.

The aircraft, bearing registration VT-SSK and operated by VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd, was carrying five people, including Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, his personal security officer Vidip Jadhav, flight attendant Pinky Mali, Pilot-in-Command Sumit Kapur, and Second-in-Command Shambhavi Pathak.

According to reports, the aircraft departed from Mumbai and was operating a non-scheduled VIP charter flight. It reportedly crashed while attempting to land on Runway 11 at Baramati.

- IANS

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Rohit P
This is scary stuff. Just last month there was that crash in Baramati. Are our VIP aircraft not being maintained properly? This needs a high-level inquiry. Glad Deputy CM Maurya is unhurt, but what about regular citizens who fly? Are our commercial planes safe?
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Aman W
Good to know he's safe. But the real story here is the work he was going to do. The Saras Mahotsav for women's self-help groups is a fantastic initiative. Empowering rural women is the key to real development. Hope the event was a success despite the delay.
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Sarah B
The professionalism of the pilot and crew here deserves praise. They followed protocol perfectly under pressure. It's a reminder of how important skilled personnel are in aviation. Wishing the Deputy CM well for the rest of his journey by road.
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Vikram M
Bhai, this is a wake-up call for the aviation ministry. Two incidents involving senior politicians in two months? We need stricter safety audits and transparency in maintenance logs. Public safety cannot be compromised. Jai Hind.
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Kriti O
While I'm relieved the Deputy CM is okay, I have a respectful criticism. The article spends more time on the incident than on the Saras Mahotsav event itself. The work of 10,000 women entrepreneurs is the real headline. Their stories deserve the spotlight.

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