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Uttarakhand to Map 100 Trek Routes for Trekker Safety, Says CM Dhami
✍️ hindustantimes.com
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 06:32 PM
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The Uttarakhand government announced plans to chart 100 trekking and hiking routes across the state to enhance safety for trekkers, as stated by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
The Uttarakhand government has unveiled a plan to map 100 trekking and hiking routes across the state, a move aimed at boosting safety for trekkers.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the mapping exercise will provide detailed information on trail conditions, potential hazards and emergency points, helping trekkers and rescue teams better prepare.
Dhami added that the initiative will be carried out in phases, with local authorities and tourism bodies collaborating to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date data.
The announcement follows a rise in trekking popularity and a few incidents on popular routes, prompting the government to take proactive steps to protect adventure seekers.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the mapping exercise will provide detailed information on trail conditions, potential hazards and emergency points, helping trekkers and rescue teams better prepare.
Dhami added that the initiative will be carried out in phases, with local authorities and tourism bodies collaborating to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date data.
The announcement follows a rise in trekking popularity and a few incidents on popular routes, prompting the government to take proactive steps to protect adventure seekers.