IAF chopper crash lands in Bhind, MP owing to technical snag
According to police officials, two pilots in the helicopter are safe, not having suffered any injuries in the incident.
According to police officials, two pilots in the helicopter are safe, not having suffered any injuries in the incident.
Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) crashed near Tuting area in Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Siang district today at around 10:40 am today.
According to the sources, the chopper was brought back to the base as a precautionary measure after a reported bird hit.
The probe team is headed by Air Marshal Manvendra Singh and includes two Brigadier-rank officers from the Army and Navy.
The Group Captain, who was battling for life since December 8 and was on life support, succumbed to his injuries in the afternoon on Wednesday, a week after the Mi-17V5 helicopter crash near Tamil Nadu's Coonoor on December 8.
"Group Captain Varun Singh served the nation with pride, valour and utmost professionalism. I am extremely anguished by his passing away. His rich service to the nation will never be forgotten. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti," PM Modi tweeted.
Speaking to ANI, Kareem said, "It is very sad news for the nation. But the government has to respect them while they are being cremated in Delhi. They are smoothly conducting the House. What is the meaning of this? What respect is the government showing to the deceased personalities? That is to be questioned."
Thakur stated that even enemies were afraid of Gen Rawat's name and several successful operations were conducted during his reign as CDS.
The assistance of close family members for positive identification will be taken in addition to scientific measures.
Shaurya Chakra awardee Singh survived the Wednesday night and prayers are being held for his recovery at the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington.
