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NDTV
18 hours ago
- General
- NDTV
5 Dead As Chopper Flying To Kedarnath Crashes Between Gaurikund, Sonprayag
Five people dead as a chopper flying to Kedarnath Dham crashed in a forest. An Aryan Aviation Helicopter was flying from Guptkashi to Kedarnath Dham, with pilgrims on board. During a 10-minute ride, the chopper crashed between Gaurikund and Sonprayag. According to Uttarakhand Additional Director General of Police (ADF) Law and Order, Dr V Murugeshan, six people were on board the helicopter. Technical problem and weather reportedly led to the crash. The crash was reported after locals, who were out to collect fodder for their cattle, spotted the missing helicopter. The rescue team is on the way to the crash site. This is the fifth accident since the operning of the portals of Himalayan temple Kedarnath on May 2.
Indian Express
19 hours ago
- Indian Express
Helicopter with six on board crashes near Kedarnath
A helicopter travelling from Dehradun to Kedarnath with six people on board crashed near Gaurikund Sunday morning, the police said. 'The helicopter that went missing in Gaurikund has crashed. There were six people on board and more details are awaited,' Uttarakhand ADG Law and Order Dr V Murugeshan was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. He had earlier informed that the chopper had gone missing between Trijuginarayan and Gaurikund. In May this year, six people had died and one was injured when a helicopter going to Gangotri Dham from Dehradun crashed near Gangnani in Uttarkashi. The helicopter was going to the Gangotri Dham of the Char Dham Yatra circuit.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Time of India
Missing helicopter with 6 on board crashes near Uttarakhand's Gaurikund
File photo of the helicopter carrying Char Dham pilgrims that crashed near Gangotri in Uttarakhand last month. NEW DELHI: A helicopter flying from Dehradun to Kedarnath which went missing between Trijuginarayan and Gaurikund, and has now been confirmed crashed, Uttarakhand ADG (Law & Order) Dr V Murugeshan said. Six people were on board. Rescue operations are underway. More details awaited. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Time of India
Helicopter enroute to Kedarnath goes 'missing' near Gaurikund in Uttarakhand
A helicopter travelling from Dehradun to Kedarnath has gone missing near Gaurikund, Uttarakhand, according to a senior police official, as quoted by ANI. Uttarakhand Additional Director General (ADG) Law and Order, Dr V Murugeshan, confirmed the incident. "The helicopter went missing between Trijuginarayan and Gaurikund," he said. The incident took place while the helicopter was en route to Kedarnath, a major pilgrimage site located in the upper Himalayan region of Uttarakhand. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mother sold her daughter's old bed. 3 days later the buyer made an incredible discovery! Women's Method Undo As of now, there are no details regarding the number of passengers or crew members on board. Search and rescue operations are expected to be launched in the region, which is known for its difficult terrain and unpredictable weather conditions. Live Events More details awaited.
India.com
03-05-2025
- India.com
Shri Badrinath Dham Doors To Open Tomorrow – How To Book Tickets For Puja?
As the doors of Shri Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand are set to open on Sunday, the temple is being decorated with forty quintals of flowers. The 2025 Char Dham Yatra commenced on April 30 as the doors of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham opened on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya and the doors of the Kedarnath Dham were also opened on Friday. #WATCH | Uttarakhand | Shri Badrinath temple is being decorated with 40 quintals of flowers, ahead of its opening for devotees in the summer season on May 4 (Video source: Shri Badrinath Temple committee) — ANI (@ANI) May 3, 2025 Security At Shri Badrinath Dham On Saturday, Uttarakhand Director General of Police (DGP) Deepam Seth and Additional Director General (ADG) V Murugeshan arrived at the revered Shri Badrinath Dham and assessed preparations. According to ANI, the senior officers reviewed critical aspects, including security arrangements, traffic management, communication systems, and crowd control measures along the Yatra route. On the other hand, the Uttarakhand Police is also deploying additional forces and technological support to manage the turnout. Pilgrimage In Uttarakhand The pilgrimage season peaks in Uttarakhand for the Char Dham Yatra annually during the summers. The Hindu pilgrimage Char Dham circuit consists of four sites- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The summer season in the Kedarnath Dham from May to June is very pleasant with a moderately cold climate. Also Check: Shri Kedarnath Dham Doors Open For Devotees - See Visuals Badrinath-Kedarnath Yatra: How To Book Tickets For Puja? The devotees planning to visit the Badrinath or Kedarnath Dham can book tickets online from this link- As per the website, the visitor can select the temple they want to visit and then follow these steps to book tickets for puja: Step 1- Register on the Website Step 2- Log in to the Website Step 3- Select the puja, path, bhog, etc. of choice Step 4- Enter details of the attendees Step 5- Make the payment via online methods
