An Army Aviation ALH Dhruv helicopter, on an operational mission in the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir, made a precautionary landing on the banks of the Marua river, an official source told The Chenab Times. The pilots had reported a technical fault to the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) and proceeded for a precautionary landing. Due to the undulating ground, undergrowth, and unprepared landing area, the helicopter apparently made a hard landing.
“At about 1115 hours on 04 May 2023, an Army Aviation ALH Dhruv helicopter on an operational mission made a precautionary landing on the banks of Marua river in the Kishtwar region of Jammu and Kashmir,” Army said in an official statement.
The remains of the chopper were found in the Marusudar River, which flows through Marwah-Dachhan in the Kishtwar district, after being washed away following the crash.
Immediate rescue operations were launched
The Army immediately launched rescue operations, and Army rescue teams reached the site. Two pilots and a technician were on board the helicopter at the time of the incident. All three injured personnel have been evacuated to Command Hospital, Udhampur, for medical attention.
Court of Inquiry ordered
A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the incident. The inquiry will investigate all aspects related to the incident, including the technical fault, the actions taken by the pilots, and the condition of the landing area.
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