Helicopter crash-lands in Kedarnath, all aboard safe
A helicopter crash-landed in Kedarnath Dham in Uttarakhand on Saturday, triggering panic but resulting in no casualties.
According to officials, a Sanjeevani heli ambulance, sent to airlift a female devotee from Kedarnath Dham, was forced to make an emergency landing due to a technical issue.
“The pilot quickly assessed the situation and carried out a safe landing on a flat surface before reaching the main helipad, ensuring everyone’s safety,” said District Tourism Development Officer Rahul Chaube.
A medical team from AIIMS-Rishikesh, including a doctor and nursing staff, was on board. All occupants are safe. The incident will be investigated by the DGCA, he added.
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