Tragic Helicopter Accident in Kedarnath: All 7 onboard dead
A tragic helicopter crash in Kedarnath, Uttarakhand, claimed the lives of all seven on board, including the pilot. The accident occurred near Gaurikund due to adverse weather conditions, complicating rescue efforts. Local women reported the incident after spotting smoke. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his condolences, while rescue teams continued to face challenges due to the weather.
A helicopter crashed in Uttarakhand's Kedarnath this morning. The incident took place near Gaurikund area. All seven people on board the helicopter were killed in the crash. The accident occurred due to bad weather. NDRF and NDRF teams have reached the spot after the incident. However, due to bad weather, rescue work is being hampered.
The helicopter debris was scattered across the site. The women who were cutting grass reported the incident after seeing the smoke. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has expressed grief over the incident. The helicopter that crashed in Kedarnath. He is said to be from the Aryan Company.
Seven killed in accident
The incident took place around 5:30 am. Five adult children, including the pilot, and a child were killed in the accident. The helicopter caught fire after the incident. At the same time, the local people also informed the administration about this incident by making a video of this incident.
CM Dhami expressed grief over the incident
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has expressed grief over the incident. He posted on the social media platform X and wrote that very sad news of a helicopter crash in Rudraprayag district has been received. SDRF, local administration and other rescue teams are engaged in relief and rescue work. I pray to Baba Kedar for the safety of all pilgrims.
Increasing accidents in Kedarnath Dham
Many such incidents have been reported in Kedarnath in recent times. Recently, a helicopter made an emergency landing on the road. A few days ago, another helicopter crashed before it could take off. Earlier, an air ambulance crashed. On May 17, an air ambulance helicopter crashed in Kedarnath. There were three people on board the helicopter at that time, a pilot, a doctor and a nurse. However, all three escaped unharmed. The helicopter was coming to Kedarnath to pick up a patient from AIIMS Rishikesh. During landing, it fell to the ground.