Nine-seater aircraft crash lands in Rourkela; "all passengers safe," says Odisha CM

Upon receiving the information, fire units from Rourkela Fire Station and Panposh Fire Station were rushed to the scene for rescue efforts.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed condolences on the crash, informing that "all passengers are safe."

In a post on X, Majhi wrote, "I am deeply saddened to learn about the plane crash that occurred in Rourkela. The news that all passengers are safe by the grace of Lord Jagannath is reassuring."

He further said that he has directed the best immediate medical services to the injured, adding about his personal surveillance of the situation.

"I have directed that the immediate best medical services be provided to those injured in this incident. I am personally monitoring the situation. I am praying at the feet of Lord Sri Jagannath for the swift recovery of all," the CM wrote.

The aircraft was operating an IndiaOne Air flight. Further details on the crash are awaited.

Earlier in December, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the launch of 428 ambulances to strengthen emergency healthcare services across the state, with the first batch of 150 ambulances flagged off on December 23.

Speaking to ANI, the Chief Minister said the initiative aims to ensure faster, more efficient emergency response for people in both urban and rural areas."A total of 428 '108' ambulances have been launched, out of which the first 150 ambulances have been flagged off today. We are preparing to start the remaining ambulances by the end of January and deploy them across districts," Majhi said.

He added that the government conducted a detailed analysis to improve response time and ensure ambulances reach patients at the earliest. "We analysed how the ambulance can be mobilised as soon as possible," he said.

Emphasising the government's commitment to public health, the Chief Minister said, "We are also giving free emergency services to the people." (ANI)