Private helicopter en-route to Kedarnath crashes; 7 dead

New Delhi: A private helicopter carrying pilgrims from Guptkashi to Kedarnath crashed Tuesday.

According to officials, 7 people, including the pilot, are feared to have died in the crash.

The accident took place near Jangalchatti, sources said.

Fog and poor visibility are said to be the reason for the crash.

A team has been dispatched to the accident spot to carry out relief operations.