IAF Mirage 2000 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training in Madhya Pradesh

Both pilots ejected safely after a system malfunction, and a Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident.

An Indian Air Force Mirage 2000 fighter jet crashed near Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, during a routine training sortie on February 6, 2025.
Both pilots ejected safely before the crash and have been rescued without injuries.
No casualties or damage to property were reported on the ground in the Sunari village area where the crash occurred.
Initial reports indicate the crash was caused by a system malfunction; the IAF has launched an inquiry to determine the exact cause.
The Mirage 2000, a French-built multirole fighter jet, has been a key asset for the IAF, including its notable role in the Kargil War and the 2019 Balakot airstrike.