Tragedy Strikes as Navy Helicopter Crashes in Kochi: One Official Dead, Another Critically Injured

In a devastating incident, a navy official lost their life in a helicopter crash that occurred on Saturday afternoon in Kochi. The tragic accident unfolded at the INS Garuda, a naval air station situated at the Naval Base in Kochi. The Chetak Helicopter, engaged in routine training, crashed around 2:30 p.m., leading to the unfortunate demise of one navy official.

Another naval officer sustained severe injuries and was promptly rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention. The incident has prompted an immediate investigation to determine the cause of the crash and the circumstances surrounding this heart-wrenching event.