India aviation safety debate reignited after Uttarakhand crash; road toll far higher

A helicopter crash in Uttarakhand killed six, prompting renewed focus on aviation safety in India. The incident highlights a broader transport safety issue, as road accidents claim over 500 lives daily and railway incidents remain significant, though aviation is statistically safer. The increase in smaller aircraft accidents is a concerning trend, but the data underscores that road transport is the deadliest mode.

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