The country is trying and failing to recover from the horrifying Air India crash in Ahmedabad, when yet another disastrous crash added to the death toll. On Sunday, June 15, 2025, a helicopter tragically crashed while returning with pilgrims from Kedarnath, breaking into a fire that claimed the lives of all seven onboard. Among the victims was the pilot and six pilgrims, including a 23-month-old infant. One of the victims was a 37-year-old pilot who recently welcomed twins.
A family celebration that never came true
According to information, the victims of the Kedarnath chopper crash this morning included the pilot, 37-year-old retired Lieutenant Colonel Rajveer Singh Chauhan from Jaipur, a father of four-month-old twins who had only recently returned to duty after a family break. A seasoned pilot from Jaipur, Rajveer had recently welcomed twin babies into his family after 14 years of marriage. He had only returned to duty 20 days ago after spending quality time with his wife and newborns. He was also supposed to join the Jalwa Pujan ceremony with his family on June 30, 2025, a Rajasthani ritual to celebrate newborns.
