PM Narendra Modi’s Plane Entered Pakistan Airspace for 46 Minutes En Route to Paris – Here’s Why embarked on a four-day visit to France and the US on Monday. His journey plan includes addressing the AI Action Summit, inaugurating India’s new consulate in Marseille, and holding bilateral talks with French leaders.
As per reports, PM Modi’s aircraft flew through Pakistani airspace for around 46 minutes while en route to Paris. The flight entered Pakistan’s airspace near Lahore, maintaining an altitude of 34,000 feet, and passed over key Pakistani cities, including Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, Chakwal, and Kohat.
Why Did PM Modi’s Flight Use Pakistan’s Airspace?
✈ Route Change Due to Afghan Airspace Closure
The Afghan airspace was closed for air traffic, forcing the flight to reroute through Pakistan.
✈ Previous Instances of Using Pakistani Airspace
This is not the first time PM Modi’s aircraft has used Pakistani airspace. In August last year, his return flight from Poland to Delhi also spent 46 minutes over Pakistan.
📌 Pakistan’s Airspace Restrictions
Pakistan had previously closed its airspace to Indian flights after the Balakot airstrike on February 26, 2019. Islamabad even denied permission for PM Modi’s flight to use its airspace for a trip to Germany that same year.
PM Modi’s France & US Tour – Key Highlights
➡ France Visit:
1. Attended AI Action Summit
2. Inaugurated India’s new consulate in Marseille
3.Held bilateral talks with French officials
➡ Upcoming US Visit:
1. PM Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump
2. Will interact with business leaders & Indian community
3. Discussions on regional & international issues
India-US Partnership: A Key Diplomatic Move
The US visit highlights the strong partnership between India and the US. According to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, this visit reflects the bipartisan support India enjoys in the US.