IAF Jaguar Jet Crashes in Churu, Rajasthan; Pilot Feared Dead

A tragic incident shook Rajasthan’s Churu district when an Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Ratangarh’s Bhainuda village

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The aircraft, on a routine training sortie, went down in a field, scattering debris and causing panic among locals. Authorities fear the pilot may have perished, with one body recovered from the site, though official confirmation is pending. The crash has raised concerns about the safety of IAF’s aging fleet.

Tragic Crash near Ratangarh

Local police and IAF teams rushed to the site, launching rescue operations and securing the area. The IAF has ordered a Court of Inquiry to investigate the cause, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible technical malfunction. This incident follows recent Jaguar crashes, highlighting ongoing issues with maintenance and upgrades.