A Bangkok-bound private jet with Rushiraj, son of former state health minister Tanaji Sawant, returned to Pune after police were informed of his alleged abduction. The flight was near Andaman and Nicobar Islands when it was called back. Authorities are investigating the circumstances and who bore the expenses of the aircraft.
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