Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 08:50am on 15 Jun 2025,Sunday India
A helicopter operated by Aryan Aviation crashed early on June 15 between Gaurikund and Sonprayag in Uttarakhand while en route from Kedarnath to Guptkashi. Onboard were six pilgrims (five adults and a 23‑month‑old child) and a pilot, all of whom perished. The aircraft lost contact around 5:20 a.m. morning amid dense forest and poor weather. Rescue efforts by SDRF, NDRF, and local police are underway in extremely challenging terrain, but no survivors have been found. The tragedy raises renewed concerns over air safety during the pilgrimage season in the char‑Dham region, prompting calls for stricter protocols and comprehensive investigations.
