Private jet crashes in Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur, casualties feared

Chattisgarh: A private jet crashed into a hillside in Chhattisgarh’s Jashpur district on Monday, triggering fears of casualties as emergency teams rushed to the scene.

According to local reports, the aircraft went down after hitting a tree in a forested area in the Jashpur-Narayanpur region. The exact cause of the crash has not yet been officially confirmed.

Crash site shows smoke and flames

Visuals from the location showed thick plumes of smoke and flames rising from the wreckage on the hillside, indicating the severity of the impact. The aircraft appeared to have caught fire soon after crashing.

Authorities have not yet confirmed how many people were on board at the time of the incident, raising concerns about possible casualties.

Rescue teams rush to spot

Police and administrative officials were quickly deployed to the crash site following reports of the incident. Rescue and assessment operations are currently underway in the forested terrain.

Due to the remote and hilly location, access to the site may pose challenges for emergency responders.

Officials are yet to release an official statement on the cause of the crash or confirm details regarding casualties. Further information is expected as authorities continue their investigation.

More details to follow.