A helicopter carrying Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) National President Chirag Paswan narrowly avoided a crash near the helipad in Mohaddi Nagar, located in the Ujiarpur Lok Sabha constituency of Bihar.
Eyewitnesses reported that the helicopter faced a precarious situation as it was approaching the helipad for landing. Quick action from the pilot averted what could have been a disastrous crash. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew on board.
Bihar | LJP National President Chirag Paswan’s helicopter narrowly avoided a crash near the helipad in Mohaddi Nagar of Ujiarpur Lok Sabha constituency.
(Source: Chirag Paswan’s Office) pic.twitter.com/GnQEYJ5kf4
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Chirag Paswan, a prominent political figure in Bihar, was likely on a campaign or official visit when the incident occurred. His spokespersons have not yet commented on the specifics of the incident, but it serves as a reminder of the risks associated with air travel and the importance of stringent safety measures.
Local authorities and aviation officials have assured the public that steps will be taken to ensure such incidents are avoided in the future. The incident has also raised discussions about the infrastructure and safety standards of helipads and landing facilities across Bihar and the country.