Posted 2/23/2024, 12:40:00 AM
Andhra CM Jagan to Acquire 2 New Helicopters Citing Security Threats Ahead of Elections
- Jagan Mohan Reddy, CM of Andhra Pradesh, plans to acquire 2 new helicopters ahead of state elections
- Decision made due to intelligence inputs about specific threats to Jagan from Maoists, terrorists, criminals
- Current Bell 412 aircraft bought in 2010 to be replaced due to increased usage and safety needs
- Committee recommended procuring 2 new twin-engine helicopters less than 2 years old
- Lease contract awarded to Global Vectra Helicopters for Rs 1.9 crore per month