Helicopter Goes Missing Near Joshimath While Returning from Badrinath; Six People on Board

A private helicopter carrying pilgrims has gone missing in Uttarakhand, raising concerns about the safety of six people on board. The helicopter was travelling from Badrinath to Dehradun when it lost communication near Joshimath.

According to initial information, the helicopter belonged to Trans Bharat Aviation and was operating under the registration number VT-HCX. It was flying towards Sahastradhara in Dehradun when communication and tracking signals were lost around 1:14 PM near Joshimath Valley, close to Hathi Parvat.

There were five passengers and one pilot on board. Following the incident, two other helicopters have been deployed to trace the missing aircraft and locate the people on board. Uttarakhand Chief Minister has also confirmed the incident.

Uttarakhand, popularly known as Dev Bhoomi, attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. However, the difficult terrain and unpredictable weather conditions often make travel in the region challenging.

At present, there is no clear information about the condition of the six people. Search efforts are underway, and everyone is hoping that they will be found safe.