The record
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- A passenger on an IndiGo flight from Surat to Goa opened the aircraft's emergency exit door during boarding on Tuesday afternoon, causing panic inside the plane.
- The aircraft was still on the ground, so no major accident occurred, but the plane had to be rechecked under security protocols and departed late.
- The passenger, identified as Jitendra Maniya, was detained by CISF and airport authorities and handed over to Dumas police station in Surat.
- Police are investigating whether he opened the door deliberately or accidentally, and airport officials have confirmed the incident is under inquiry.
What to watch next
- Police findings on whether the door was opened intentionally or by mistake
- Action against the passenger for the security violation
- Any changes to security or boarding procedures at Surat airport following the breach
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Named India · Goa · IndiGo · Surat · Surat International Airport · Airport Authority of India · A. N. Sharma · Central Industrial Security Force · Dumas Police Station · Jitendra Maniya
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