Kedarnath is situated at an altitude of 11750 feet, heavy cold might create health problems for the pilgrims; following points will inform you about checking the health measures before coming to the Kedarnath yatra
For the past 2 years (2020-2021), travelers from other states were unable to participate in the Chardham Yatra due to the high spread of Corona. Due to the reduced impact of Corona, a big number of devotees from all around the country are likely to travel to Chardham Yatra this year.
The local authorities have guided pilgrims who are coming to the Kedarnath Yatra to take precautions for their health. Since, the weather changes in Kedarnath, it becomes difficult for a few devotees to walk further for the yatra. The weather remains heavily cold the whole year in Kedarnath. Sometimes heavy rain in the afternoon makes travel difficult and sometimes road blockage in the Kedarnath creates issues for the pilgrims. In such a case, devotees from the plains may experience health issues as well.
Keep in mind the following health measures before coming to the Kedarnath yatra;
- Do not travel without proper registration on the Chardham portal of the state.
- Remember to carry your prescribed medications before starting the yatra.
- Bring along some warm clothing.
- Reduce the snow effect by using goggles.
- People with heart illness, pulmonary problems, diabetes, or altitude-related ailments should take extra precautions.
- Avoid smoking and using drugs.
- Before leaving Gaurikund, do some gentle yoga.
- Instead of strolling quickly on the pedestrian route, take your time.
The most common causes of illness while trekking;
- Without taking proper medical treatment, devotees do trekking at high altitudes.
- Continue walking, without enough rest.
- Not wearing enough layers of warm clothing.
- Eating junk food while trekking.
The air of Kedarnath contains only 57% oxygen
To breathe, a healthy human needs 70% oxygen. After an altitude of 8,000 feet, however, the demand for oxygen increases. To breathe, Kedarnath requires 87 percent oxygen. However, here there is just 57 percent oxygen. The most common symptoms are restlessness, fainting, and heart attack. So we tried our main effort to let you know about the health measures before coming to the Kedarnath yatra and yes, we are sure these measures will definitely help you in your Kedarnath yatra as well as your Chardham yatra.
Helpline number in case of emergency while coming to Chardham Yatra;
01364-233300 DM Office, Rudraprayag
01364-233387 Police Commissioner’s office, Rudraprayag
01364-233727 District Disaster Management Office
