3 more bodies were airlifted by helicopter to Matli helipad during the ongoing rescue operation on the Kedartal trek route in Uttarkashi, adding to the grim toll from the search effort.
The latest recovery included 2 men and one woman. It came after 2 bodies were recovered during yesterday’s search operation. The operation is continuing as rescue teams try to locate the remaining missing trekkers and support staff.
Search continues in severe conditions
Heavy snowfall and challenging high-altitude terrain are slowing movement across the area. These conditions are making it difficult for rescue personnel to reach and search parts of the trekking route.
The State Disaster Response Force, NIM, the Forest Department and other rescue teams remain deployed in the region. They are continuing search efforts and making every possible effort to locate those who remain unaccounted for.
The bodies recovered today were transported by helicopter to Matli helipad. The available information does not identify the individuals or provide further details about their families.
Families await information
The continuing operation has left families waiting anxiously for news of their loved ones. Further recovery efforts depend on teams working through the snowfall and difficult terrain.
The latest update confirms the recovery of 3 more bodies after 2 were found during the previous day’s search. However, the search for remaining missing trekkers and support staff is still under way.
Conclusion
3 more bodies have been airlifted to Matli helipad during the Kedartal rescue operation, while SDRF, NIM, the Forest Department and other teams continue searching for those still missing in heavy snowfall and high-altitude terrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where is the rescue operation taking place?
The operation is taking place on the Kedartal trek route in Uttarkashi.
Q. How many bodies were airlifted today?
3 bodies were airlifted by helicopter to Matli helipad today.
Q. Who was included among the bodies recovered today?
The recovered group included 2 men and one woman.
Q. What happened during the previous day’s search?
2 bodies were recovered during yesterday’s search operation.
Q. Why is the search difficult?
Heavy snowfall and challenging high-altitude terrain are slowing the rescue operation.
Q. Which teams are involved in the search?
SDRF, NIM, the Forest Department and other rescue teams are deployed in the area.
Q. Is the search operation over?
No. The search continues for the remaining missing trekkers and support staff.
