Sat May 10 05:40:11 UTC 2025: ## India Suspends Char Dham Helicopter Service Amidst Rising Tensions with Pakistan
**Dehradun, Uttarakhand, May 10, 2025** – The Char Dham Yatra helicopter service in Uttarakhand has been suspended indefinitely following escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, officials announced today. The decision, made after orders from Delhi, will significantly impact pilgrims traveling to sacred sites like Kedarnath.
This suspension comes just days after a private helicopter crashed near the Bhagirathi River in Uttarkashi district, killing six people, including five women and the pilot. While not explicitly stated as the sole reason for the suspension, the recent accident and heightened geopolitical climate are widely believed to be contributing factors. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has been involved in previous airlifts in the area. Further information regarding the resumption of the service is pending.
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