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Dharamshala Authorities Launch Swift Rescue Mission
Dharamshala: Authorities launched a major rescue and relief operation after reports of a paragliding accident in the Guran Dhar area of the Baijnath subdivision.
Officials said the remote mountainous region lacked road connectivity, prompting the government to seek helicopter assistance for the rescue mission.
With the support of an Indian Air Force helicopter, both stranded paragliders were successfully rescued.
Arun Singh, a resident of Rajasthan, sustained serious injuries in the accident.
Another paraglider, Ranjan Gupta, was found trapped in a tree and was also safely brought down during the special operation.
Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa said both individuals were evacuated through coordinated efforts and admitted to Vivekanand Hospital in Palampur, where they are currently undergoing treatment.
The incident underscores the risks associated with adventure sports in mountainous terrain and the importance of emergency response readiness.