Army helicopter crashes in Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez border area

Rescue operation is going on. Reports said the pilot and the co-pilot ejected safely, but this is being ascertained.

Image of Army helicopter used for representational purpose (File | PTI)

SRINAGAR: An Indian Army helicopter crashed in the snow-bound area of the Gurez sector in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday.

The Cheetah helicopter crashed in the Baraum area of Gurez sector of Jammu and Kashmir, according to a defence official. Search parties have rushed to the spot.

"The search parties of the security forces are reaching the snow-bound area for the rescue of the chopper crew," said the official.

More details are awaited.