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Uttarakhand Sees Highest Chopper Crash Rate in India
✍️ NDTV
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 11:53 PM
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Uttarakhand has witnessed a disproportionate number of helicopter crashes in recent years, accounting for seven out of twelve major incidents nationwide between 2020 and 2025.
A recent report revealed that Uttarakhand has experienced a concerning number of helicopter crashes in the past five years. Data presented to the Rajya Sabha last year indicated that Uttarakhand accounted for seven out of twelve major chopper crashes reported across India between 2020 and 2025. This alarming statistic highlights the need for a thorough investigation into the factors contributing to these incidents and the implementation of stricter safety measures in the region. The high number of crashes in Uttarakhand raises serious concerns about the safety of air travel in the state, particularly in its mountainous terrain.