Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s aircraft encountered a technical snag on Friday, causing a delay at Jharkhand’s Deoghar airport before his return to Delhi. While the nature of the issue remains undisclosed, the incident temporarily halted the PM’s travel plans, as reported by ANI.
The Prime Minister was in Jharkhand to participate in events commemorating ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’, honoring tribal hero Birsa Munda. Modi also addressed two rallies in the state, coinciding with the lead-up to the second phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand and Maharashtra, scheduled for November 20.
Rahul Gandhi’s Helicopter Delay Sparks Political Row
On the same day, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi experienced logistical challenges during his campaign in Jharkhand. His helicopter was delayed for nearly two hours due to clearance issues from Air Traffic Control (ATC). The incident occurred in Godda district, approximately 80 km from Deoghar, where the helicopter was held for 45 minutes before clearance was granted.
The Congress party criticized the delay, alleging it was a deliberate effort to disrupt Rahul Gandhi’s campaign. The party accused the authorities of attempting to interfere with the Leader of the Opposition’s schedule, further intensifying political tensions during the high-stakes election season.
Election Context
Jharkhand and Maharashtra are in the midst of a fiercely contested election season. Both states will hold the second phase of polling on November 20. Political leaders, including PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi, have intensified their campaigns, making strong appeals to voters in these crucial constituencies.
The technical and logistical challenges faced by the two leaders on the same day have added an unexpected twist to the unfolding political drama.