‘Fog came in like a curse… and in seconds, it was all over’: Locals recount Kedarnath chopper crash horror
Monday, 16 June 2025 () Sharmila Devi, witnessing the Kedarnath helicopter crash from close range, recounted the sudden appearance of thick fog that caused the chopper to hit a tree. The impact resulted in a devastating scene with a child thrown from the wreckage. Despite alerting authorities, the fire quickly consumed the bodies, aligning with suspicions of sudden weather changes contributing to the accident.
A tragic helicopter crash near Kedarnath early Sunday claimed all seven lives on board, including the pilot. The Aryan Aviation chopper had taken off from Kedarnath for Guptkashi but crashed in the forests above Gaurikund due to poor visibility caused by bad weather. Six pilgrims and the pilot...
Chopper Crash in Uttarakhand continues as yet another Kedarnath-bound chopper crash-lands near Badasu. This marks the fourth helicopter safety crisis on the Char Dham route in 30 days. The AW119..