Indian Air Force microlight aircraft made an emergency landing after crashing into a pond. Both pilots escaped without injuries after local residents rescued them within minutes.

Incident occurred in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday around 12.15 pm when the lightweight aircraft was forced to land under emergency conditions near KP Ground. Aircraft ended up submerged in a nearby pond, triggering brief panic among residents who rushed to the spot.

Eyewitnesses told media that they heard a loud sound and ran outside to see the aircraft in the pond. With coordinated effort, residents pulled the two pilots to safety before emergency services arrived. One local told media that people were prepared to break the aircraft's canopy, if necessary, but pilots were safely evacuated before it became necessary.

Authorities confirmed media that there was no damage to nearby houses and no civilian injuries. Police and administrative officials reached the site soon after and cordoned off the area to manage crowds.

Aircraft was later secured, and a preliminary enquiry has been initiated to determine the cause of the emergency landing. Microlight aircraft are typically used by IAF for training, surveillance and familiarisation flights. These lightweight planes are designed for low-altitude operations.

Local residents played a crucial role in the rescue by acting swiftly before official emergency services could reach the location. Officials praised the coordinated response that prevented any casualties in the incident.