Helicopter service News
As per reports, during the Char Dham yatra, four pilgrims tragically lost their lives to heart-related issues, while others suffered from dehydration, hypothermia, and high-altitude sickness, receiving medical aid at the shrines.
The restrictions from the Kerala High Court came after a suo moto case by the court following a report on the advertisement about a helicopter service offered to pilgrims going to Sabarimala temple, reports PTI.
Srinagar to Amarnath Shrine helicopter service will begin soon
The decision was taken considering the heavy tourist rush on the Amarnath Yatra route
The helicopter facility is so far available for the pilgrims from Baltal and Pahalgam
The government has started the heli-taxi service between Shimla and Chandigarh, which the locals and tourists have been demanding for long.
Summit Aviation, a private operator, will operate the helicopter tours, while the state government will provide necessary logistical support.
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