A sad news has come out from Kedarnath. Seven people have died in a helicopter crash here. Among the dead is the driver of the six pilgrims Samaj helicopter who went to Kedarnath Darshan. This helicopter was going towards Guptkashi carrying pilgrims from Kedarnath. This accident happened due to bad weather near Garudchatti, two km from Kedarnath Dham.
It is believed that the accident happened due to fog and poor visibility. It is possible that the helicopter hit a hill. As the helicopter fell, its engine caught fire and there was a loud explosion. Because of this, the people on board the helicopter died. The bodies of the victims of the accident were scattered here and there on the spot.
#WATCH Uttarakhand: A helicopter carrying Kedarnath pilgrims from Phata crashes. Administration teams have left for the spot for relief and rescue work. Awaiting more information. pic.twitter.com/zksYKP0ADc
— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) October 18, 2022
Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority CEO C Ravi Shankar told the media that the incident happened around 11.40 am. The helicopter crash will be known after investigation. A magisterial inquiry has been constituted by the DM.
In the condolence message issued by Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Prime Minister’s Office, condolences have been expressed to the families of the victims of the accident.
Let us tell you that to reach Kedarnath, the passengers taking the help of helicopter have to board the helicopter and pass through two narrow valleys. During this, if there is fog and clouds, then this journey becomes fatal. Sometimes helicopter services are delayed or even canceled due to bad weather.
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