Uttarkashi: The rescue operation, which involved teams from the Uttarakhand SDRF, the Indian Army, UCADA, paramilitary forces, Uttarakhand Police, the local administration, and several other departments, was completed to rescue trekkers stranded at various locations along the Kalindi Trek in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district. All stranded trekkers have been safely rescued.

During the operation, SDRF Commander Arpan Yaduvanshi stated that SDRF teams, in collaboration with other rescue agencies, were engaged in rescue operations in inaccessible and challenging areas. Rescue teams carried out rescue operations on foot and via helicopter in difficult conditions, transporting trekkers to safety.

During the rescue operation, a total of 67 trekkers were safely rescued from various trekking routes, including 29 from Auden Col.

All trekkers were taken to the hospital for a primary health check-up: After reaching the Harsil helipad, all rescued trekkers were taken to the hospital for a primary health check-up, where they were examined by doctors and provided treatment as needed.

It should be noted that due to bad weather, some tourists were stranded on several other treks, including the Kalindi, and a rescue operation was launched to rescue them. All tourists stranded on the trek and surrounding areas have been safely rescued.