PM Modi Helicopter Unable to Land in Taherpur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s helicopter was forced to turn back to Kolkata on Saturday after it failed to land at Taherpur in West Bengal’s Nadia district due to dense fog and poor visibility.
According to officials, the chopper hovered briefly over the helipad but landing was deemed unsafe, following which the pilot decided to return to Kolkata as a precautionary measure.
Dense Fog Disrupts PM’s Travel Plans
Weather conditions in and around Taherpur worsened due to thick fog, significantly reducing visibility levels. Aviation safety protocols require minimum visibility standards for helicopter landings, and those conditions were not met at the time of arrival.
As a result, the Prime Minister’s helicopter returned safely to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
Scheduled Programme in Bengal Affected
PM Modi was scheduled to:
- Attend a public programme in Taherpur
- Inaugurate development projects
- Address a political gathering later in the day
Officials said alternative arrangements were being considered, including:
- Waiting for weather conditions to improve
- Reaching the venue by road
- Addressing the gathering virtually, if required
No changes were immediately confirmed.
Safety Decision Taken as Per Protocol
Authorities emphasized that the decision to turn back was purely precautionary and taken strictly as per aviation safety norms.
“The helicopter could not land due to low visibility caused by fog. The pilot followed standard safety procedures,” an official source said.
Fog Continues to Disrupt Travel in Eastern India
Dense fog has been affecting road, rail, and air traffic across several parts of eastern and northern India in recent days. Flights and train services have also reported delays due to reduced visibility.
Weather officials have advised travelers to remain cautious during early morning and late evening hours.
Conclusion
PM Modi helicopter turning back to Kolkata highlights how severe weather conditions continue to impact travel and public schedules. All safety protocols were followed, and the Prime Minister returned safely without any incident.
Further updates are awaited on whether the Prime Minister’s programme in Taherpur will be rescheduled or addressed through alternative means.
