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CEC Rajiv Kumar's Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Uttarakhand

The helicopter carrying Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar landed safely in Pithoragarh due to adverse weather conditions.

  • The helicopter was en route to Milam glacier when it was forced to land in Ralam village, approximately 42 kilometers from Munsiyari.
  • Adverse weather conditions prompted the emergency landing, according to the Pithoragarh district magistrate.
  • All passengers, including CEC Rajiv Kumar and Uttarakhand's Additional Chief Election Officer Vijay Kumar Jogdande, are reported to be safe.
  • Authorities are monitoring the weather to determine when it will be safe to continue the journey to Munsiyari.
  • If weather conditions do not improve, the officials will stay at the nearby Indo Tibetan Border Police camp.
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