Two months after a helicopter crashed into the Arabian Sea, a similar incident occurred at the Porbandar airport on Sunday. An Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ALH Dhruv helicopter, out on a regular sortie, crashed near its enclave at the Porbandar airport.&nbsp;
According to reports, three people have lost their lives in the accident. Emergency response personnel are on the scene and trying to get the blaze under control. Rescue of other passengers on board the copter is also underway. A few injured have been rushed to nearby hospital for medical assistance. 
Primary investigation has revealed that the helicopter crashed due to some technical failure. Two pilots and three other people were aboard the helicopter, say sources. More details are awaited.

Firefighters on scene trying to extinguish flames

Injured rushed to hospital; tech failure suspected reason for mishap

ICG Copter Crashes in Porbandar, 3 Dead

Injured rushed to hospital; tech failure suspected reason for mishap

January 5, 2025 | 13:46 IST