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Two Lucknow sisters die in Kedartal avalanche during trek
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 05:55 AM
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An avalanche at Kedartal in Uttarakhand claimed the lives of two sisters from Lucknow who were trekking in the region.
An avalanche struck the Kedartal area, a high‑altitude trekking spot in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, killing two sisters from Lucknow. The pair were known for their shared enthusiasm for trekking and had been on a scheduled trek to the glacial lake when the slide occurred.
Local rescue teams were alerted and reached the site, but the rapid descent of snow and ice made recovery operations difficult. Authorities confirmed that both trekkers were pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident has raised concerns among adventure‑tour operators about safety protocols in the region, especially during periods of unstable weather. Officials have urged trekkers to check weather forecasts and to travel with experienced guides.
The families of the victims have been informed, and a formal condolence ceremony is being arranged in Lucknow.
Local rescue teams were alerted and reached the site, but the rapid descent of snow and ice made recovery operations difficult. Authorities confirmed that both trekkers were pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident has raised concerns among adventure‑tour operators about safety protocols in the region, especially during periods of unstable weather. Officials have urged trekkers to check weather forecasts and to travel with experienced guides.
The families of the victims have been informed, and a formal condolence ceremony is being arranged in Lucknow.