According to a Pawan Hans spokesperson, the helicopter experienced a "short landing incident" near Mayabunder, forcing it to ditch into the sea 300 meters short of the runway. A Pawan Hans helicopter carrying seven people, including two crew members, crashed into the sea near Mayabunder in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 9:30 am, shortly after the helicopter took off from Port Blair, the capital town of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. According to a Pawan Hans spokesperson, the helicopter experienced a "short landing incident" near Mayabunder, forcing it to ditch into the sea 300 meters short of the runway. A Pawan Hans spokesperson confirmed that no injuries were reported, and all occupants were safe.

Source: dna February 24, 2026 09:13 UTC