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NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force issued statement regarding the aircraft crash happened at Jorhat, Assam stating that the crash happened at approx 1000 hours during a routine sortie.
The IAF, confirmed the death of five personnel, identifying them as Squadron Leader Prashant Singh, Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar, Sergeant Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam. It also said that it launched initial inquiries into the accident.
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In a statement posted on X, IAF said, "An IAF An-32 aircraft met with an accident during a routine sortie today at approximately 1000h at Jorhat, Assam.
Crash site management and initial enquiries are on at this time. IAF requests everyone to refrain from speculation till preliminary results are not in," IAF wrote in a post on X.
It further added, "IAF deeply regrets the loss of lives and stands firmly with the bereaved families in this time of grief. IAF will share more details as they are in." The Air Force also identified the deceased personnel as Squadron Leader Prashant Singh, Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar, Sergeant Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam.
In a separate post, the IAF said, "The Indian Air Force deeply regrets the loss of five personnel in the An-32 accident at Jorhat, Assam. Sqn Ldr Prashant Singh, Flt Lt Shubham Kumar, Sgt Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty."
The Air Force said efforts at the crash site were continuing while investigators worked to establish the circumstances that led to the accident. Requesting restraint in public discourse until more facts emerge, the IAF said, "IAF requests everyone to refrain from speculation till preliminary results are not in." The force also expressed solidarity with the families of those killed. "IAF deeply regrets the loss of lives and stands firmly with the bereaved families in this time of grief." The IAF said further details regarding the accident would be shared as they become available.
Defence minister expresses condolences
Union defence minister Rajnath Singh also expressed his condolences to the families of the martyrs.
In a post on X, the defence minister wrote, "Deeply anguished by the loss of five Air Warriors in the An-32 accident at Jorhat, Assam. Sqn Ldr Prashant Singh, Flt Lt Shubham Kumar, Sgt Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Their courage and service to the nation will always be remembered with pride and gratitude. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.
The nation stands firmly with them in this hour of grief."
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The HinduIndependentCenter8 days agoFive Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel were killed in an AN-32 aircraft crash in Jorhat, Assam. A court of inquiry has been established to investigate the cause of the accident, according to the IAF.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on an incident involving the Indian Air Force, with no evident bias in language, sourcing, or framing. It provides minimal details but does not appear to favor any particular perspective.
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Times of IndiaIndependentCenter8 days agoAn Indian Air Force An-32 aircraft crashed during a routine sortie in Jorhat, Assam, killing five personnel. The IAF has confirmed the identities of the deceased, including Squadron Leader Prashant Singh and Flight Lieutenant Shubham Kumar. Investigations are ongoing.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the crash, the identities of the deceased, and the ongoing investigation. It uses neutral language and does not exhibit bias through loaded terms, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The tone is respectful and factual, focusing on the event and its aftermath without editorializing.
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Scroll.inIndependentCenter8 days agoFive Indian Air Force personnel were killed when an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed at Jorhat airbase in Assam on Saturday. The aircraft was on a routine mission and crashed during landing. The Air Force has initiated crash site management, initial investigations, and ordered a court of inquiry to determine the cause of the crash. The families of the deceased personnel have been informed, and the Air Force has asked the public to avoid speculation until preliminary results are available.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of the incident without editorializing or using biased language. It reports the event as it occurred, citing official statements from the Indian Air Force and includes details about the crash, the casualties, and the ongoing investigation. There is no indication of slant or framing that favors one political or ideological perspective over another.
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The Indian ExpressIndependentCenter8 days agoAn Indian Air Force transport plane crashed in Jorhat, Assam.
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India TodayIndependentCenter8 days agoAn Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft crashed at the Jorhat air base in Assam, resulting in five fatalities. The co-pilot survived the incident.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual event with no apparent ideological framing. It provides minimal detail but does not exhibit clear bias through language, sourcing, or emphasis.
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