Rajouri, An Indian army helicopter, on a routine flight, was forced to make an emergency landing in a wheat field in Dewak Hathal village, Rajouri, in occupied Jammu and Kashmir, due to technical difficulties. The unexpected descent of the military aircraft into civilian farmland caused alarm among the local residents.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the helicopter involved in the incident was a Cheetah, piloted by members of the Indian army. It managed to land safely in the wheat fields owned by Balbir Singh, much to the surprise of the village’s inhabitants who witnessed the event.
The emergency landing of the army helicopter in such close proximity to residential areas has sparked discussions on aviation safety and the readiness of military equipment. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries or significant damage to the property as a result of the landing.
This incident highlights the challenges and risks associated with military aviation, especially in regions like Jammu and Kashmir, where the terrain and political situation already complicate security operations.