IAF Helicopter Crash: PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Others Condole Demise of Group Captain Varun Singh

Group Captain Varun Singh, the lone survivor of the IAF helicopter crash, which claimed the lives of CDS General Bipin Rawat, his wife, and other armed forces personnel on board near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu's district last week, has passed away. Indian Air Force (IAF) informed about the demise of Group Captain Varun Singh on Wednesday. Group Captain Varun Singh was undergoing treatment at the Bengaluru Command Hospital. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin condole the tragic demise of the braveheart and paid their tributes.

Check the Tweets Here:

Group Captain Varun Singh served the nation with pride, valour and utmost professionalism. I am extremely anguished by his passing away. His rich service to the nation will never be forgotten. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 15, 2021

Tweet By Home Minister Amit Shah 

Deeply pained to learn about the passing away of Group Captain Varun Singh, who was battling with the injuries after the helicopter accident in Coonoor. May God bless the Brave's soul and give strength to his family. My deepest condolences. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) December 15, 2021

Tamil Nadu CM M. K. Stalin Offered His Condolences:

Deeply disturbed on hearing the sad news that Group Captain Varun Singh, the lone survivor of the tragic helicopter crash near Coonoor, is no more. His valour and commitment shall serve as inspiration for all and he will be living in our minds forever. pic.twitter.com/YBTVNVcEf4

— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 15, 2021

Tweet By West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee:

Pained to hear about the demise of Group Captain Varun Singh.

The entire nation will always remember your invaluable service. I salute your valour and offer my deepest condolences to the bereaved family.

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 15, 2021

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Tweeted: 

Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of Group Captain Varun Singh Ji who was injured in the unfortunate helicopter crash on 08 Dec 2021. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti

— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) December 15, 2021

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