The decades-long mystery surrounding the fate of an Indian Air Force aircraft that disappeared in 1968 has finally seen some resolution, as search teams recently recovered bodies of additional passengers, including that of Thomas Cherian. An Indian Army craftsman, Cherian was among the 102 passengers aboard the IAF AN-12 that disappeared while flying over the Himalayas. The crash site proved exceptionally difficult to access due to harsh weather and icy terrain. However, a recent joint operation by the Dogra Scouts and Tiranga Mountain Rescue, employing modern technology like Recco radar and drones, successfully identified and retrieved four bodies from near the Dhaka glacier. The discovery included the remains of Thomas Cherian, recognizable from the name tag "Thomas C" on his uniform. His family, which had waited decades for news, finally received closure as his body was brought to Kerala for a funeral service. This moment of closure resonated with several other families who had lost members in the crash. Cherian's coffin, adorned with the Indian flag, was received by his relatives who appreciated the military's ongoing efforts to keep them informed over the years. For many families, the news arrives bittersweet, mingling relief with the enduring grief of years spent waiting for answers. Cherian's discovery is a poignant reminder of the lingering impacts of aviation tragedies and serves as a testament to the relentless pursuit of closure by loved ones and officials alike.
Missing Soldier's Body Recovered 56 Years After Plane Crash
Missing Soldier's Body Recovered 56 Years After Plane Crash
The body of Thomas Cherian, missing for over five decades following a 1968 plane crash, was finally discovered, bringing closure to his family in India.
Missing Soldier's Body Recovered 56 Years After Plane Crash
The body of Thomas Cherian, missing for over five decades following a 1968 plane crash, was finally discovered, bringing closure to his family in India.
The decades-long mystery surrounding the fate of an Indian Air Force aircraft that disappeared in 1968 has finally seen some resolution, as search teams recently recovered bodies of additional passengers, including that of Thomas Cherian. An Indian Army craftsman, Cherian was among the 102 passengers aboard the IAF AN-12 that disappeared while flying over the Himalayas. The crash site proved exceptionally difficult to access due to harsh weather and icy terrain. However, a recent joint operation by the Dogra Scouts and Tiranga Mountain Rescue, employing modern technology like Recco radar and drones, successfully identified and retrieved four bodies from near the Dhaka glacier. The discovery included the remains of Thomas Cherian, recognizable from the name tag "Thomas C" on his uniform. His family, which had waited decades for news, finally received closure as his body was brought to Kerala for a funeral service. This moment of closure resonated with several other families who had lost members in the crash. Cherian's coffin, adorned with the Indian flag, was received by his relatives who appreciated the military's ongoing efforts to keep them informed over the years. For many families, the news arrives bittersweet, mingling relief with the enduring grief of years spent waiting for answers. Cherian's discovery is a poignant reminder of the lingering impacts of aviation tragedies and serves as a testament to the relentless pursuit of closure by loved ones and officials alike.
The body of Thomas Cherian, missing for over five decades following a 1968 plane crash, was finally discovered, bringing closure to his family in India.
The decades-long mystery surrounding the fate of an Indian Air Force aircraft that disappeared in 1968 has finally seen some resolution, as search teams recently recovered bodies of additional passengers, including that of Thomas Cherian. An Indian Army craftsman, Cherian was among the 102 passengers aboard the IAF AN-12 that disappeared while flying over the Himalayas. The crash site proved exceptionally difficult to access due to harsh weather and icy terrain. However, a recent joint operation by the Dogra Scouts and Tiranga Mountain Rescue, employing modern technology like Recco radar and drones, successfully identified and retrieved four bodies from near the Dhaka glacier. The discovery included the remains of Thomas Cherian, recognizable from the name tag "Thomas C" on his uniform. His family, which had waited decades for news, finally received closure as his body was brought to Kerala for a funeral service. This moment of closure resonated with several other families who had lost members in the crash. Cherian's coffin, adorned with the Indian flag, was received by his relatives who appreciated the military's ongoing efforts to keep them informed over the years. For many families, the news arrives bittersweet, mingling relief with the enduring grief of years spent waiting for answers. Cherian's discovery is a poignant reminder of the lingering impacts of aviation tragedies and serves as a testament to the relentless pursuit of closure by loved ones and officials alike.
