Aviation body chief gets X-category security after threat intel amid crash probe

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The ministry granted GVG Yugandhar X-category security following an Intelligence Bureau threat report.

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Aviation has expressed its displeasure over the passengers safety measures

Central Reserve Police Force commandos have been assigned to safeguard the senior official. (Photo: PTI)

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 28, 2025 12:04 IST

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MHA provides X-category security to aviation body chief
Security boost follows an Intelligence Bureau threat report
Risks linked to his role in Ahmedabad plane crash probe

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has heightened the security of Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) Director General GVG Yugandhar by granting him X-category protection.

This move follows an Intelligence Bureau (IB) threat assessment suggesting potential risks linked to his role in the ongoing investigation of the recent Ahmedabad plane crash.

As part of the enhanced security protocol, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) commandos have been assigned to safeguard the senior official.

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Published By:

Shipra Parashar

Published On:

Jun 28, 2025

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