On June 15, 2025, a Bell 407 helicopter operated by Aryan Aviation crashed near Gaurikund in Uttarakhand, resulting in the deaths of all seven individuals on board. The helicopter was en route from the Kedarnath shrine to Guptkashi when it went down shortly after takeoff at approximately 5:30 a.m. Adverse weather conditions, including dense fog and low visibility, are believed to have contributed to the crash.

The victims included the pilot, Anil Singh (57) from Maharashtra, and six passengers: Poorva Ramanuj (26), Kriti Brar (30), and Urvi Brar (25) from Gujarat; and Sujata (56), Prem Kumar (60), and Kala (60) from Tamil Nadu. All were reportedly on a pilgrimage to Kedarnath.

Rescue operations were promptly initiated by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and local police. The crash site, located in a forested area near Gaurikund, posed significant challenges for recovery teams due to its remote and rugged terrain.

In the aftermath of the crash, the Uttarakhand government suspended all helicopter services in the Char Dham region. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) have launched investigations to determine the exact cause of the crash and to review safety protocols for helicopter operations in the region.