Uttarakhand Governor’s Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Srinagar After Technical Snag

March 8, 2026

Dehradun: A helicopter carrying Gurmeet Singh made an emergency landing at the GVK helipad in Srinagar after a sudden technical malfunction during the flight.

Pilot’s Quick Decision Averts Mishap

The pilot received a technical alert while the helicopter was airborne and immediately decided to land at the nearest safe location, successfully preventing a potential accident.

Governor Moved to Guest House

Following the emergency landing, officials escorted the Governor to the Police Guest House in Srinagar as part of security protocol. Authorities confirmed that he is safe and in good health.

Administration Rushes to the Spot

Local administration and security agencies rushed to the helipad soon after receiving information about the emergency landing to ensure the Governor’s safety.

Technical Inspection Underway

A technical team has begun a detailed inspection of the helicopter to determine whether the malfunction occurred in the engine or another system before any further travel plans are made.