Eknath Shinde's Helicopter Returns Due to Weather

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's helicopter had to return to his native village in Satara district on Friday due to sudden rain clouds shortly after takeoff. The helicopter took off from the Dare helipad, located by the Koyna dam, but turned back as a precaution for safety, confirmed Officer-on-Special Duty Mangesh Chivate. Despite clear weather in the immediate area, the pilots opted to land back to avoid any complications. Shinde later continued his journey to Pune by car, with plans to proceed to Delhi thereafter as per his original itinerary. This visit was considered confidential, and Shinde's party leaders are rallying support for his candidacy in the upcoming elections. Officials reassured that both the chief minister and his companions were safe during the incident.