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6 killed as helicopter with Kedarnath pilgrims crashes

Kedarnath : Six people were killed after a helicopter carrying pilgrims to the holy Kedarnath temple crashed in Uttarakhand today, officials have confirmed.

The chopper crashed moments after taking off from Kedarnath Dham, according to initial reports.

All six people on board, including the pilot, have been confirmed dead in the chopper crash that took place just about 3 km from Kedarnath  at 11:45 am. The Bell-407 helicopter (VT-RPN) was being operated by Aryan Aviation.

IN Bureau

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