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136 Trekkers Stranded in Uttarakhand, SDRF Saves 5 from Kalindi Trek
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 01:37 PM
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A total of 136 trekkers and mountaineers are stranded on high‑altitude routes in Uttarakhand. The State Disaster Response Force has rescued five climbers from the Kalindi Trek.
136 trekkers and mountaineers are currently stranded on several high‑altitude routes in Uttarakhand, according to officials. The difficult terrain and sudden weather changes have made it hard for the groups to descend safely.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has conducted a rescue operation on the Kalindi Trek, successfully extracting five climbers from the treacherous path. The rescued trekkers were transported to a medical facility for evaluation.
Authorities are coordinating with local guides and rescue teams to locate and assist the remaining stranded parties. They have urged trekkers to stay alert and follow safety protocols while the situation is being managed.
The Uttarakhand government has requested additional resources and support from the central government to aid in the ongoing rescue efforts. The incident highlights the risks associated with high‑altitude trekking in the region.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has conducted a rescue operation on the Kalindi Trek, successfully extracting five climbers from the treacherous path. The rescued trekkers were transported to a medical facility for evaluation.
Authorities are coordinating with local guides and rescue teams to locate and assist the remaining stranded parties. They have urged trekkers to stay alert and follow safety protocols while the situation is being managed.
The Uttarakhand government has requested additional resources and support from the central government to aid in the ongoing rescue efforts. The incident highlights the risks associated with high‑altitude trekking in the region.