Helicopter Makes Crash-Landing Near Kedarnath After Tail Breaks; All 5 Pilgrims Safe

In breaking news, a helicopter on the way to Kedarnath from Sirsi with 5 pilgrims crash-landed on the road due to a technical issue. However, no casualties have been reported. This is the 4th chopper crash in a row on the Char Dham route within the past 30 days. 

Helicopter Crash Lands; All 5 Pilgrims Safe

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A chopper on the way to Kedarnath crash-landed in Badasu, Rudraprayag district, as per a report in The Times of India. It took off from the Sirsi helipad and was carrying 5 pilgrims when the tail of the chopper broke. This led to a crash landing on the ground. However, no casualties were reported, and everyone was found safe. It has also been reported that this is the 4th accident on the Char Dham route in the last 30 days.

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The state government has mentioned that the private helicopter had to make a precautionary landing on the road instead of the helipad. Furthermore, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been informed, and the rest of the shuttle operations to Kedarnath are proceeding as previously scheduled.

4th Incident In 30 days On The Char Dham Route

As per TOI, similar incidents have happened in the past. On 8 May, a chopper crashed near Gangotri, leading to 6 deaths. An accident was also reported on 12 May when a chopper blade hit a vehicle at the Badrinath helipad. On 15 May, an air ambulance crashed in the Kedarnath area after its tail hit the ground while landing. However, no injuries were reported, and all three on board, the pilot, doctor, and nurse, were safe. 

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These accidents are truly disheartening. Pilgrims go there to seek the blessings of the divine without expecting such incidents to happen. We hope Civil Aviation officials act swiftly to prevent such accidents in future. 

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