Incident
The twin-engine aircraft was approaching Mithapur from the north when it was shot down by a Pakistan Air Force F-86 Sabre pilot. The aircraft dove into the ground and crashed in a field in Suthri, resulting in a massive explosion. The aircraft was totally destroyed, and all seven occupants were killed.
Casualties
All seven occupants died in the crash. Among the fatalities were Balwantrai Mehta, the Chief Minister of Gujarat State, and his wife, who were traveling together.
Investigation
At the time of the accident, the aircraft was off course for an undetermined reason. Indian authorities reported that the aircraft did not penetrate Pakistani airspace. The official probable cause is that the aircraft was shot down by the pilot of a Pakistan Air Force fighter.