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A tragic helicopter crash in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag claimed seven lives, including an infant. Union Ministers Amit Shah and Ram Mohan Naidu assured CM Pushkar Singh Dhami of full central support. PM Modi also spoke with Dhami, offering condolences and pledging assistance. Preliminary reports suggest poor visibility led to the crash, with a high-level probe underway.

Key Points: Amit Shah and Aviation Minister Assure Support After Uttarakhand Chopper Crash

  • Amit Shah and Aviation Minister Naidu contact CM Dhami post-crash
  • PM Modi offers condolences and central aid
  • Crash occurred near Gaurikund amid poor visibility
  • High-level probe ordered into probable CFIT incident
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Uttarakhand chopper crash: Amit Shah, Aviation Minister, speaks to CM Dhami, assures support from Centre

Amit Shah and Aviation Minister Naidu speak to CM Dhami, pledge full central support after Rudraprayag helicopter crash kills 7.

"Union Ministers assured all possible cooperation from the Centre – Uttarakhand CMO"

Dehradun, June 15

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Sunday reached out to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to enquire about the tragic helicopter crash in Rudraprayag in which seven people were killed.

The incident, which occurred at around 5:30 am earlier today, claimed the lives of seven people on board, including five adults, one infant and one crew member.

According to a statement from the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Office, the Union Ministers had a telephone conversation with Dhami during which they assured the Centre of full cooperation following the crash.

"Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu also inquired about the Kedarnath heli accident from Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami over the phone and assured all possible cooperation from the Centre," the statement read.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke to Uttarakhand CM Dhami in the wake of the tragic helicopter crash.

According to an official statement from the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's office, CM Dhami informed the Prime Minister that a high-level meeting was held immediately after the incident and instructions were given to probe the incident.

"Prime Minister prayed for the strength to bear this loss to the families of the deceased. He assured all possible cooperation from the central government. Chief Minister Dhami informed the Prime Minister that a high-level meeting had been held immediately after the incident. Instructions have been given to constitute a high-level inquiry committee to thoroughly investigate the causes of the accident. Also, a Command and Coordination Centre will be set up for better coordination and quick action," as per a statement from the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's office.

Earlier today, Aryan Aviation's Bell 407 helicopter operating in the "Shri Kedarnath Ji - Aryan Helipad, Guptkashi" sector crashed near Gaurikund, the Civil Aviation Ministry said in a statement.

The helicopter took off from Guptkashi at 05:10 am and landed at Shri Kedarnath Ji Helipad at 05:18 am before departing again at 05:19 am for Guptkashi and is reported to have crashed near Gaurikund between 05:30 am and 05:45 am, the statement said.

The ministry said that preliminary indications suggest that the probable cause of the crash may be Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT), with the helicopter reportedly airborne despite poor visibility and extensive clouding at the valley entry area. The exact cause will be determined through a detailed investigation by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB).

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Very tragic incident. The government's quick response is commendable but we need stricter safety regulations for helicopter operations in hilly areas. Weather conditions in Uttarakhand can change rapidly - maybe mandatory weather checks before every flight?
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Priya M.
Heartbreaking to hear about the infant who lost their life 😢 My prayers with all the families. The Kedarnath route is so important for pilgrims but safety must come first. Hope the investigation brings clarity and prevents future accidents.
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Arjun S.
Why was the helicopter flying in such poor visibility conditions? This seems like negligence. The inquiry committee must hold accountable those responsible. We can't keep losing lives to preventable accidents.
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Sunita P.
The prompt response from PM Modi and Amit Shah shows the government cares. But beyond condolences, we need concrete action - better weather monitoring systems and pilot training for mountain flights. Jai Uttarakhand! 🙏
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Vikram J.
As someone who frequently travels to Uttarakhand, I've noticed many private helicopter operators compromise on safety to maximize profits. The government should audit all operators and revoke licenses of those not meeting standards.
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Neha R.
This is so sad. The mountains can be unpredictable. Maybe we need to invest in better navigation technology specifically designed for Himalayan conditions. My deepest condolences to all affected families. Om Shanti.

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