Mid-Air Misbehavior: Passenger's 'Beedi' Sparks Safety Scare

An alarming incident unfolded on a Delhi-Goa Akasa Air flight when a passenger was caught smoking a 'beedi' inside the aircraft lavatory, authorities reported. The act, considered highly risky, happened mid-flight, raising serious safety concerns for crew and passengers.

The accused, identified as Ashish, a resident of Delhi, was apprehended after he was found with a lighter and the hand-rolled cigarette in the lavatory. Post-landing at Goa's Mopa airport, he was booked under aviation safety laws, according to police reports.

Akasa Air has highlighted that its crew strictly adhered to safety protocols, facilitating the passenger's transfer to the authorities upon arrival. The airline has assured full cooperation as the investigation proceeds.