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Kedarnath Helicopter Crash: 5 dead as helicopter carrying pilgrims crashes in Uttarakhand

DNA Sunday, 15 June 2025 ()
The official said there were five people on board the helicopter. "The helicopter went missing between Trijuginarayan and Gaurikund," Dr V Murugeshan said.
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