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Smoke detected in Saudi flight
Smoke detected in Saudi flight

Hans India

time17-06-2025

  • General
  • Hans India

Smoke detected in Saudi flight

Lucknow: A Saudia Airlines Jeddah-Lucknow flight carrying 242 Haj pilgrims triggered an alarm at the airport here after smoke was detected from the wheels of the aircraft while landing, sources said on Monday. The incident took place on Sunday morning at the city's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, and all passengers were deboarded safely. No harm was caused to the aircraft. "Smoke was detected from the wheels of a Saudi Aircraft that was bringing back 242 Haj Yatris from Jeddah," the sources said.

Saudia's Haj flight causes alarm after smoke detected from wheels while landing
Saudia's Haj flight causes alarm after smoke detected from wheels while landing

Indian Express

time16-06-2025

  • Indian Express

Saudia's Haj flight causes alarm after smoke detected from wheels while landing

A Saudia Airlines plane from Jeddah carrying 242 Haj pilgrims caused an alarm at the airport here on Sunday when smoke and sparks were detected from its wheels while landing, according to sources. The Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) team acted swiftly to contain the smoke, preventing any damage to the aircraft. All passengers were safely deboarded and flight operations continued at the Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. UP's Minister of State for Minority Welfare and Chairman of the Haj Committee said on Monday that there was a 'slight technical problem as some sparks were noticed from the wheel of the aircraft after landing.' 'There was no problem during the journey. Everybody was comfortable. A minor problem was noticed after landing. All passengers have returned comfortably,' he said in Ballia. A source told PTI, 'Smoke was detected from the wheels of a Saudi Aircraft that was bringing back 242 Haj Yatris from Jeddah.' 'The ARFF team rushed to the spot. Working with the Saudia team, the smoke was contained and damage to the aircraft was averted,' they said, adding there was no impact on airport operations. 'The aircraft, an Airbus, will return to its destination today,' the sources added. In response to a question, Ansari said that it is not appropriate to link the Lucknow incident with the Ahmedabad air crash. 'After landing, the air authority noticed some technical problems. The authorities resolved them. There was no problem anywhere. About 14,000 Haj pilgrims went from Uttar Pradesh. This Haj pilgrimage started 50 days ago. We are monitoring it every day. We are ensuring that there is no problem anywhere,' Ansari said. 'Everything is being done efficiently. All precautions have been taken there. During the Haj pilgrimage, everything from ambulance to fire brigade and other resources are available,' he said.

Smoke detected in flight carrying Haj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe
Smoke detected in flight carrying Haj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe

The Hindu

time16-06-2025

  • General
  • The Hindu

Smoke detected in flight carrying Haj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe

A Saudia Airlines Jeddah-Lucknow flight carrying 242 Haj pilgrims triggered an alarm at the airport here after smoke was detected from the wheels of the aircraft while landing, sources said on Monday (June 16, 2025). The incident took place on Sunday (June 15, 2025) morning at the city's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, and all passengers were deboarded safely. No harm was caused to the aircraft. "Smoke was detected from the wheels of a Saudi Aircraft that was bringing back 242 Haj Yatris from Jeddah," the sources told PTI. "The Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) team rushed to the spot. Working with the Saudia team, the smoke was contained and damage to the aircraft was averted," they said. There was no impact on airport operations, they added. 'The empty flight will return to its destination today,' the sources added.

Smoke detected in flight carrying Hajj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe
Smoke detected in flight carrying Hajj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe

New Indian Express

time16-06-2025

  • General
  • New Indian Express

Smoke detected in flight carrying Hajj pilgrims to Lucknow; all passengers safe

LUCKNOW: A Saudia Airlines Jeddah-Lucknow flight carrying 242 Hajj pilgrims triggered an alarm at the airport here after smoke was detected from the wheels of the aircraft while landing, sources said on Monday. The incident took place on Sunday morning at the city's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport and all passengers were deboarded safely. No harm was caused to the aircraft. "Smoke was detected from the wheels of a Saudi Aircraft that was bringing back 242 Haj Yatris from Jeddah," the sources told PTI. "The Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) team rushed to the spot. Working with the Saudia team, the smoke was contained and damage to the aircraft was averted," they said. There was no impact on airport operations, they added "The empty flight will return to its destination today," the sources added.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off Haj yatris, praises arrangements
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off Haj yatris, praises arrangements

India Gazette

time01-05-2025

  • Politics
  • India Gazette

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off Haj yatris, praises arrangements

New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju visited the Indira Gandhi International airport on Thursday to extend his congratulations and best wishes to departing Haj pilgrims. Speaking to the mediapersons, Rijiju said, 'I am here at the airport to congratulate the Haj Yatris. Around 400 people will leave today. The management has been good.' He also informed of the presence of the Deputy Chief of Mission from Saudi Arabia. On Tuesday, Kiren Rijiju extended his heartfelt wishes to all 1,22,518 pilgrims undertaking the sacred Haj journey. The first flights took off with 288 pilgrims from Lucknow and 262 pilgrims from Hyderabad. In a post on X, the Union Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India remains committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless Haj pilgrimage. He also prayed for a safe, blessed and spiritually enriching pilgrimage. 'As #Haj2025 begins, heartfelt wishes to all 1,22,518 pilgrims undertaking this sacred journey. The first flights took off today, 288 pilgrims from Lucknow & 262 pilgrims from Hyderabad. Under the leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji, the Government of India remains committed to ensuring a smooth & seamless Haj pilgrimage for all. Prayers for a safe, blessed & spiritually enriching pilgrimage,' the Union Minister said. Earlier on April 22, Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, George Kurian, inaugurated the orientation-cum-training programme of selected Haj deputationists of Haj 2025 for two days on 22nd and 23rd April, 2025, at SCOPE Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. In his inaugural address, the Minister of State, appreciating the role of Haj deputationists as crucial enablers in successful Haj operations, exhorted the deputationists to perform the duties assigned to them with utmost sincerity and commitment. In total, 620 deputationists (266 administrative and 354 medical) have been selected this year to assist CGI Jeddah in effective Haj management in Saudi Arabia, to serve Indian Haj pilgrims. These deputationists have been chosen through a rigorous selection process. During the orientation-cum-training programme, they are trained on various issues, including an overview of Haj operations, the role of deputationists, health issues, crowd and disaster management, and the Haj Suvidha App, before being deputed to Saudi Arabia. Special emphasis is being placed on acquainting the deputationists with the functioning of the Haj Suvidha App, which was introduced during Hajj 2024 and played a crucial role in disseminating information and addressing grievances of Indian Hajj pilgrims. Building on the success of the App during Hajj-2024, the Government intends to further realise its potential by effectively providing training to the deputationists. Furthermore, since the management of the Indian Haj pilgrimage is the largest logistical exercise managed by the Government of India outside the country's borders, the orientation-cum-training programme for Haj deputationists will contribute to helping Indian pilgrims successfully perform Haj. (ANI)

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