Safe travels for Kedarnath Yatra: DGCA introduces new safety norms

Jigyasu joshi May 31, 2023

From gruesome cold weather to quick drop in temperature, Kedarnath trek is one of India's most difficult and most sought after treks

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Numerous accidents in the past have raised concern regarding the safety of travelers on both land and air

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The helicopter crash in Kedarnath in October 2022 had brought forth the government’s focus on air safety in the area

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The DGCA has taken stringent steps to provide safety for travellers visiting the holy site

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Additional checks for pilots

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Weather cameras

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Airborne Image Recording System

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