IAF's Sukhoi jet crashes in Maharashtra's Nashik; pilot, co-pilot ejected safely

A Sukhoi fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Maharashtra's Nashik district on June 4, according to the police. 

As per reports, the aircraft was with the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for overhauling. However, no casualties were reported. 

Ahead of the crash, both the pilot and co-pilot of the Sukhoi Su-30MKI aircraft successfully ejected from the plane.

Inspector General of Nashik Range D R Karale told PTI that the plane crashed in a field near Shirasgaon village.

This is a developing story. It will be updated.