SDRF Uttarakhand successfully rescues youth from Kedarnath gorge
Rudraprayag, July 16
The State Disaster Response Force of the Uttarakhand Police successfully rescued a young man who fell into a deep gorge on the Kedarnath trekking route on Wednesday night, officials said.
The incident occurred near Chhodi, located approximately two kilometres ahead of Gaurikund. The District Emergency Operations Centre (DEOC), Rudraprayag, alerted the SDRF late at night on July 15, requesting immediate rescue assistance for the individual.
Following the information, an SDRF rescue team from the Gaurikund Post, led by Team Commander Ashish Dimri, rushed to the spot with specialised rescue equipment. The team coordinated with the local police, District Disaster Response Force (DDRF), and YMF personnel to initiate an intensive search and rescue operation in the darkness.
Despite the extremely difficult terrain and challenging weather conditions, the SDRF personnel managed to navigate the steep descent to reach the injured youth in the gorge. He was safely extricated and brought back up to Gaurikund.
After being safely rescued and provided with primary first aid on-site, the individual was shifted to a hospital for further medical treatment.
The rescued individual has been identified as Mohit Rawat, a resident of Badasu village in the Rampur area of Rudraprayag district.
The Kedarnath trek route is currently witnessing a heavy influx of pilgrims, and the SDRF remains stationed at various sensitive points along the track to handle such emergencies during the ongoing monsoon season.
The Char Dham Yatra, one of the most significant religious pilgrimages in India, formally began on April 19 with rituals across multiple shrines. The annual pilgrimage to Kedarnath Temple commenced with the ceremonial departure of the Panchmukhi palanquin of Lord Kedarnath from its winter seat at Omkareshwar Temple.
The Uttarakhand Police have made multi-layered arrangements to ensure the safety, smooth movement, and well-organised management of pilgrims visiting the shrines.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's good that they saved him, but honestly, why do people go trekking in such dangerous places without proper gear? The SDRF risks their lives every time. Hope the youth learns a lesson and the government installs more safety rails along the route.
Great work by the SDRF, especially in darkness and difficult terrain! The Char Dham Yatra is a massive logistical challenge, and these rescue teams are unsung heroes. But I hope the government also focuses on better infrastructure to prevent such incidents. Every year we see these rescues.
Mohit Rawat must be thanking his stars! The SDRF team led by Ashish Dimri showed real courage. It's monsoon season, and these routes are slippery—I hope pilgrims are extra careful. Still, it's reassuring to know help is just a call away. 🙏
While I appreciate the rescue efforts, it's sad that we often celebrate rescues rather than preventing accidents. The terrain is treacherous, and the authorities should have more warning signs and barriers. The SDRF does an amazing job, but let's not forget the need for better safety measures.
Well done, SDRF! The Char Dham Yatra is a test of faith and endurance, but these rescue teams are true patriots. They risk their lives to save others in the most challenging conditions. Jai Uttarakhand! 🚩
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