Pune: Operations at Pune Airport were briefly affected after an incident involving an aircraft of the Indian Air Force late last night, leading to the temporary unavailability of the runway.
In an official statement posted on X around midnight, the Indian Air Force confirmed that the incident did not result in any harm to the aircrew. It also clarified that there has been no damage to civilian property, offering reassurance amid concerns over flight safety and infrastructure impact.
Authorities acted promptly to assess the situation, with technical teams deployed to inspect the runway and ensure that all safety protocols are met before resuming operations. The IAF stated that efforts are currently underway to restore normal functioning at the airport at the earliest.While details about the nature of the incident have not yet been disclosed, such occurrences typically trigger standard safety checks and temporary suspension of flight movements as a precautionary measure.Passengers scheduled to travel through Pune Airport may experience delays or disruptions until the runway is declared fully operational. Airlines and airport authorities are expected to issue timely updates as the situation evolves.
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Dr Rajesh Jauhri is a Journalist with an experience of over 25 years in Indian and foreign media, a Social Scientist, an Ac-complished Author, a Political & Strategic Analyst, a Marksman (Rifle & Pistol), an Orator, a Thinker and an Educationist. He holds a Ph.D. degree on “Impact of colonial heritage on Indian police”. He runs an NGO dedicated to the social and eco-nomic uplift of tribal communities in MP and two decades back, he established a school in a village of Indore district, providing education and moral values to children belonging to underprivileged and minority families. Has received multiple awards in various fields.
