Published on, Aug. 17 -- August 17, 2025 1:26 PM

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has received the initial report on the recent MI-17 helicopter crash that took place during a relief mission in Bajaur. Tragically, all five crew members on board lost their lives in the incident.

According to the report, the helicopter took off at 10:30 AM for Salarzai, Bajaur, carrying essential relief supplies. However, while returning from the operation, the aircraft crashed in Mohmand due to poor weather conditions and dense fog.

Authorities confirmed the crash at 4:45 PM, using drone cameras to locate the wreckage. The final confirmation came after a long search, during which all five personnel were found martyred. Their Namaz-e-Janaza has since be...