Uttarakhand Police has completed the helicopter evacuation of all 29 trekkers from the Auden Col area, according to an update ed on 28 September 2026. The operation secured the safe return of every trekker included in that group.
The police also reported progress from the Kalindi Pass area, where 9 trekkers had been safely rescued by the time of the update. The 2 developments concern high-altitude trekking zones in Uttarakhand.
Auden Col evacuation completed
The latest update confirms that the rescue operation in the Auden Col region has concluded for the 29 trekkers involved. Helicopters were used to bring the entire group to safety.
The police announcement did not provide further details about the trekkers’ identities, their condition or the circumstances that led to the rescue operation. No additional figures were given in the update.
Kalindi Pass rescue update
Rescue work had also brought 9 trekkers to safety from the Kalindi Pass area. The update did not state whether this was the final number of people requiring assistance there.
Further information would be needed to establish the full status of the Kalindi Pass operation, including whether any trekkers remained in the area or whether additional evacuations were planned.
Conclusion
Uttarakhand Police reported the successful helicopter evacuation of all 29 trekkers from Auden Col and the safe rescue of 9 trekkers from Kalindi Pass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many trekkers were evacuated from the Auden Col area?
All 29 trekkers in the Auden Col area were evacuated by helicopter.
Q. How many trekkers were rescued from the Kalindi Pass area?
Uttarakhand Police reported that 9 trekkers had been safely rescued from the Kalindi Pass area.
Q. Who provided the rescue update?
The update was issued by Uttarakhand Police.
Q. When was the update published?
The update was published on 28 September 2026.
Q. Were the Auden Col trekkers evacuated by helicopter?
Yes. The police said the entire group was rescued using helicopters.
