Another helicopter crash in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district has sparked renewed demands for stricter aviation safety after six people, including a child and the pilot, lost their lives. The helicopter, en route from Shri Kedarnath Dham to Guptkashi, lost contact mid-flight before crashing in a remote mountainous area. Locals discovered the wreckage and alerted authorities, prompting immediate rescue efforts.
Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, ordering intensified relief operations and a thorough investigation by the state’s aviation authority. He also directed the formulation of a strict Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for helicopter operations, emphasizing technical inspections and real-time weather monitoring to prevent future mishaps.
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This marks the third helicopter accident in Uttarakhand in recent months, following fatal crashes in May and June. The tragedy comes amid heightened concern over India’s air safety, especially after a recent Air India crash that claimed 270 lives.
