AMN / NEW DELHI

Indian Air Force has intensified efforts to locate the missing AN-32. Defence Ministry said, despite challenges posed by vegetation, inhospitable terrain and poor weather, the search has been expanded.

All leads from airborne sensors are being closely assessed and followed-up with search by aircraft and ground teams.

Search by Indian Air Force and Indian Army helicopters was adversely affected by weather during the day today.

However, supported by Indian Army, Indian Navy, Police and State Administration, the search efforts by ground teams and airborne sensors will continue through the night.