Those going to Kedarnath by heli service will also have health checkups on the helipad, kiosks will open at 11 places
Summary
The Health Department and the Hans Foundation have announced the establishment of kiosk centers at 11 different locations between Guptkashi and Sonprayag. These centers aim to provide essential services and support to the local communities and visitors in the region. Notably, seven of these kiosk centers will be strategically placed at the helipads used by the helicopter service operating from Kedarghati to Kedarnath.
Expansion
In a new development, passengers embarking on helicopter journeys to Kedarnath will undergo health screenings at the helipads. The Health Department and the Hans Foundation are collaborating to establish kiosk centers at 11 locations between Guptkashi and Sonprayag. Notably, seven of these centers will be positioned at the helipads used by the helicopter service operating from Kedarghati to Kedarnath. At these centers, passengers will receive an initial health check-up, including measurements of blood pressure, blood sugar levels, oxygen saturation, and heartbeat. In case any passenger exhibits a health concern during the check-up, they will receive immediate first aid assistance.
In a week’s time, the newly established kiosk centers will commence operations. Additionally, two kiosk centers will be installed on pedestrian routes, including Sonprayag. As part of this initiative, a comprehensive database will be created, capturing the information of each passenger, which will be handed over to the Health Department. This data bank will enable the health authorities to analyze the passengers’ health profiles and make necessary improvements to enhance the healthcare facilities for future journeys.
39 centers will be opened at these places
In order to ensure the health and well-being of pilgrims during the Chardham Yatra, the Hans Foundation and the Health Department are collaborating to establish multiple kiosk centers. These kiosks will be strategically set up in various locations along the Chardham route. Specifically, there will be 7 kiosks each in Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Uttarkashi, and 6 kiosks in Barkot, Pandukeshwar, and Govindghat. The objective is to cover a maximum number of pilgrims and conduct health check-ups effectively.
Ramesh Singh Gadia, Incharge Chardham Screening Incharge, Hans Foundation Prior to their journey, all Yatris (pilgrims) will undergo health checks to ensure their well-being. The concerned authorities are working diligently to improve medical facilities for passengers along the entire route, from Sonprayag to Kedarnath Dham. Every possible effort is being made at the departmental level to provide enhanced medical services, aiming to prioritize the safety and health of the Yatris.
2.10 lakh visited Kedarnath in 15 days
Despite facing challenging weather conditions including rain, snowfall, and various obstacles along the pedestrian route, the faith of the pilgrims visiting Kedarnath Dham remains unwavering. Since the opening of the Kapat (gate), the number of visitors has exceeded 210,000 within a span of 15 days. The praise for Baba (Lord Shiva) can be heard resonating from the footpath all the way to the Dham. However, in a disappointing turn of events, the first group of Adi Kailash Yatra had to return without being able to visit Adi Kailash Parvat and Parvati Kund in Pithoragarh. The closure of the Kuti-Jeolinkang road for a week has added to the difficulties.
