On 15 June 2025, at around 5:20 am, an Aryan Aviation helicopter crashed in the forests of Gaurikund near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand.
On 15 June 2025, an Aryan Aviation helicopter crashed in the forests of Gaurikund near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand. The helicopter was en route from Kedarnath Dham to Guptkashi and crashed at around 5:20 am. There were 6 people on board the helicopter, including the pilot, including 5 adults and 1 child.
Brief Information:
● Incident: On 15 June 2025, at around 5:20 am, an Aryan Aviation helicopter crashed in the forests of Gaurikund near Kedarnath in Uttarakhand.
● Situation: The helicopter was en route from Kedarnath Dham to Guptkashi.
● Passengers: There were 6 people in the helicopter (5 adults and 1 child, including the pilot).
● Deaths: According to various sources, 5 to 7 deaths are reported. Most sources confirm 5 deaths, but some claim the death of 6 devotees and the pilot.
● Cause: Initial reports have attributed bad weather to the cause.
● Rescue operations: SDRF and local administration are involved in the rescue operations.
● Investigation: The government and the Civil Aviation Authority have started an investigation.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the incident and is monitoring the rescue operations.
More information:
● Type of helicopter: Aryan Aviation helicopter, which used to provide services to pilgrims for the Kedarnath Yatra.
● Location: In the forest area near Gaurikund, which is a difficult geographical area on the route to Kedarnath.
● Administration response: Local authorities and NDRF immediately started rescue operations.
The Chief Minister has assured assistance to the affected families.
● Weather conditions: Bad weather (fog or rain) is being considered as the main reason for the accident, but the exact reason will be clear after the investigation.
According to reports, 5 to 7 people are reported to have died in the accident. Some sources have confirmed 5 deaths, while others have claimed 7 deaths, including 6 devotees and the pilot. The cause of the accident is being attributed to bad weather. The SDRF and the local administration are engaged in rescue operations.
An investigation into the accident has been launched, and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, expressing grief, has said that he will monitor the rescue operations.