International Desk
24 July
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
A private airline’s plane carrying 19 people crashed while taking off from Tribhuvan International Airport. According to the latest details, 18 people have died in the accident, while the pilot survived and has been admitted to the hospital.
Reuters reported that the plane skidded off the runway during take-off, leading to the fire. Emergency services responded quickly, but the fire had already claimed the lives of most passengers on board. The exact cause of the crash and the subsequent fire is under investigation.
The surviving pilot’s condition remains critical, and efforts are underway to gather more information from him regarding the crash. The incident has caused significant disruption at Tribhuvan International Airport, with flights being delayed and some diverted.
Authorities are working to identify the victims and notify their families. This tragic accident has shocked the aviation community and raised concerns about safety measures at the airport. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.