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Six killed in helicopter crash near Joshimath, Uttarakhand
✍️ BBC
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 04:39 AM
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A helicopter crashed near Joshimath in Uttarakhand, killing six people, officials said.
A helicopter went down near the hill town of Joshimath in Uttarakhand, resulting in the deaths of six occupants, according to local authorities. The aircraft was reported to have crashed in the early hours, prompting an immediate response from rescue teams stationed in the region. Emergency services arrived at the crash site and confirmed that all six people on board were killed on impact.
State officials have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident, with the aviation department expected to examine flight data and wreckage. The incident adds to a series of recent aerial mishaps in the mountainous northern states, raising concerns about flight safety in challenging terrain.
The families of the victims have been notified, and the government has pledged assistance to those affected. Further details will be released as the inquiry progresses.
State officials have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident, with the aviation department expected to examine flight data and wreckage. The incident adds to a series of recent aerial mishaps in the mountainous northern states, raising concerns about flight safety in challenging terrain.
The families of the victims have been notified, and the government has pledged assistance to those affected. Further details will be released as the inquiry progresses.