Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced on Tuesday that helicopter services to Kedarnath will resume starting Wednesday. Pilgrims traveling by helicopter will benefit from a 25 percent discount on fares.
Current Situation and Developments
- Review Meeting: Chief Minister Dhami met with senior officials in Rudraprayag to assess the damage and progress in relief operations on the Kedarnath trek route.
- Extent of Damage: The chief minister reported that the damage is extensive, with the route breached at 29 locations due to landslides. Disruptions have affected water, power, and telecommunication services.
- Future Plans: Dhami emphasized the need for alternative routes and new helipads to support pilgrim transportation. Efforts are ongoing to repair the damaged infrastructure and resume the Kedarnath yatra.
Resumption of Helicopter Service
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- Service Restart: Helicopter services will begin again from Wednesday, providing a crucial link for pilgrims to reach the Kedarnath temple.
- Discount for Pilgrims: A 25 percent fare concession will be offered to those traveling by helicopter to the temple.
Ongoing Efforts
- Rescue and Relief: The chief minister praised the collaborative efforts of the disaster management department, district administration, SDRF, NDRF, the priest community, and public representatives in rescuing stranded individuals and managing the crisis.
The focus now is on repairing the damaged infrastructure to ensure the safe and efficient continuation of the Kedarnath yatra.