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Uttarakhand Governor Safe After Mid-Air Helicopter Scare
8 Mar
Summary
- Governor's helicopter made an emergency landing due to technical snag.
- The emergency landing occurred at Srinagar's GVK Helipad safely.
- Governor Singh is safe and is staying at the Police Guest House.

Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh experienced a mid-air scare on Sunday when his helicopter developed a technical fault. The pilot promptly executed a precautionary emergency landing at the GVK Helipad in Srinagar, ensuring the Governor's safety. Officials confirmed that the Governor was unharmed and was subsequently escorted to the Police Guest House.
A technical team has been summoned to thoroughly inspect the helicopter and identify the cause of the engine or system malfunction. The prompt landing successfully prevented any potential untoward incident. Governor Singh's subsequent travel arrangements are on hold until the inspection is complete.
Earlier on March 8, 2026, Governor Singh attended the Himalayan O2 Tehri Lake Festival and extended greetings on International Women's Day. He praised the event's environmental message and the unique strength of women in Uttarakhand.



