Mortal remains of the missing pilot of ICG’s ALH MK-III retrieved after a month

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SHYAM SOOD 

RAJOURI/DELHI OCT 11:-The mortal remains of Commandant Rakesh Kumar Rana, the missing pilot of the Advanced Light Helicopter MK-III, retrieved after more than 38 days on Thursday (October 10) approximately 55 kms south-west off the coast of Porbandar.
Ministry of Defence said that Commandant Rakesh Kumar Rana, who was the helicopter’s pilot-in-command of the Advanced Light Helicopter MK-III of Indian Coast Guard (ICG), was on a medical evacuation mission along with one pilot and two air crew divers to evacuate a seriously injured crew member from Motor Tanker Hari Leela.
“The helicopter had to make an emergency landing on September 2, 2024, after which ICG along with the Indian Navy launched a massive search and rescue operation for the missing personnel,” said MoD.
One crew was rescued, while the mortal remains of three others were recovered on September 3, 2024.
“After over 70 air sorties and involvement of multiple ships, the mortal remains of Commandant Rakesh Kumar Rana were retrieved on October 10, 2024.The mortal remains of the brave soul will be cremated as per service traditions and honour” said MoD.