Chhattisgarh Plane Crash: Reports have emerged regarding a plane crash in the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh on Monday. The aircraft crashed after striking a tree in the Ratanpahali forest area of Narayanpur, within the Jashpur district. Following the accident, a team has been dispatched to conduct relief and rescue operations.
Key Takeaways
Quick Read- Jashpur SP confirmed the crash and proceeded to the site.
- SSP Lal Umed Singh has also reached the crash location.
- Police and administrative teams are present.
According to preliminary information, the crash occurred while the aircraft was flying at an altitude of approximately 30 feet above the ground. The Jashpur Superintendent of Police (SP) has officially confirmed the aircraft crash. He stated, “I am currently en route to the crash site; it is difficult to provide any further details at this moment.”
Official Response:
- Jashpur SP confirmed the crash and proceeded to the site.
- SSP Lal Umed Singh has also reached the crash location.
- Police and administrative teams are present.
According to local villagers, the chartered plane crashed after colliding with trees in the Ratanpahali forest area of the Narayanpur region in Jashpur. Following the accident, flames and plumes of smoke were observed rising from the hilly terrain. It remains unclear, at this time, how many people were on board the aircraft when the crash occurred.
The aircraft was flying at an altitude of approximately 30 feet above the ground. SSP Lal Umed Singh has also arrived at the crash site. The Jashpur district administration has stated that the official confirmation regarding the number of casualties in this air crash will be issued only after a thorough investigation. Relief and rescue operations are facing difficulties due to the rugged, hilly terrain.
Reportedly, the aircraft involved is a private plane. As of now, information regarding the exact number of people on board has not been released. Teams from the police and administrative departments have reached the scene.
Reacting to the incident, former Minister and Congress leader Amarjeet Bhagat posted on his ‘X’ handle: “The news of the chartered plane crash on the hills of Jashpur is deeply tragic and concerning. This is not merely an isolated incident; it is a situation that touches upon the hopes and emotions of many families.”
