Uttarakhand: Helicopter crashes near Kedarnath, 7 killed

Helicopter Crashes Near Kedarnath

New Delhi: A helicopter carrying pilgrims from Guptkashi to Kedarnath in Uttarakhand crashed on Tuesday.

According to reports, Helicopter Crashes Near Kedarnath, all seven people on board have died. According to officials, the helicopter caught fire while en route to the shrine amid fog and poor visibility near Jungle Chatti.

He said that medical teams have been deployed at the scene. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami has ordered an investigation.
“Extremely sad news has been received about the unfortunate helicopter crash at Garuda Chatti near Kedarnath where some people have died. SDRF and district administration teams have reached the spot for relief and rescue operations. A detailed inquiry into the unfortunate incident has been ordered,” CM Dhami tweeted.

The helicopter – carrying pilgrims – was flying from Kedarnath to the Patta helipad. Soon after the accident, teams of SRDF (State Disaster Response Force) and local police reached the spot.
“The helicopter crash in Kedarnath is very sad. We are in touch with the state government to ascertain the extent of the damage, and are continuously monitoring the situation,” tweeted Union Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

The helicopter was operated by Ayan Aviation Pvt Ltd, a private firm. Ltd. – which provides Heli services in the area.
“According to initial information received, a Bell 407 helicopter registered as VT-RPN belonging to Delhi-based Arian Aviation was en route from Kedarnath to Guptkashi,” HT quoted an official as saying. has crashed.”