The Indian Army’s Chinook helicopter had to make an emergency landing in Buxar, Bihar, due to technical issues. This incident occurred on August 25th when the Chinook chopper had to land in Manikpur High School in Buxar. According to security officials, there has been no damage or loss due to the landing. All 15 people aboard the helicopter are safe.

According to Hindustan Times, Buxar District Magistrate Aman Sameer said that “the newly acquired helicopter took of from Prayagraj and was en route to Bihta Air Base near Patna when it had to make an emergency landing”. He informed that there is no major damage report. Until such time that the Air Force retrieves the chopper, it will be secured by local police.