Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh: Indian Air Force's (IAF) twin-seater Mirage 2000 fighter aircraft crashed in the Karaira area of Shivpuri on Thursday, February 6, according to reports. Local administration have dispatched rescue teams at the place of incident.
As per the news agency ANI, the incident took place while the aircraft was on a routine training sortie.
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As per the officials, both pilots are safe. Both of them opened their parachutes and jumped out in time. However, one pilot got injured in this accident. It is reported that the accident happened due to loss of balance.
However, a Court of Inquiry is being ordered to officially ascertain the cause of the crash.
This news is breaking. Further details awaited.