Leaders across the political spectrum wished for the well-being of Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat as an Indian Air Force helicopter with him on board crashed on Wednesday near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu.
At least four people were killed in the mishap. However, there was no immediate information on the condition of Gen Rawat.
Reacting to the accident, several politicians, including senior ministers, wished for the well-being and safety of Rawat and others on board.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi tweeted, “Hoping for the safety of CDS General Bipin Rawat, his wife and others on board the chopper. Prayers for speedy recovery.”