Padmini Hegde, Venkatesh Prasad, Asha Sudhakar : “Karnataka trekkers’ bodies return to Bengaluru after Uttarakhand tragedy”

By | June 7, 2024

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Karnataka trekkers bodies
2. Uttarakhand trekking tragedy

The bodies of three Karnataka trekkers who tragically lost their lives in Uttarakhand due to extreme weather conditions have been flown to Bengaluru via Delhi. The 22-member trekking team, organized by Himalayan View Trekking Agency, Maneri, embarked on a 35-km trek from Uttarkashi on May 29. The team consisted of 18 trekkers from Karnataka, one from Maharashtra, and three local guides. The deceased have been identified as Padmini Hegde, Venkatesh Prasad, and Asha Sudhakar, with the bodies of the remaining six trekkers expected to arrive later. Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has been closely involved in the rescue and coordination efforts.

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1. Karnataka trekkers Uttarakhand deaths
2. Bengaluru bodies recovered Uttarakhand trek

The Tragic Incident in Uttarakhand

In a heartbreaking turn of events, three Karnataka trekkers lost their lives in Uttarakhand due to extreme weather conditions. The bodies of the deceased were flown to Bengaluru via Delhi on Friday morning, bringing an end to a harrowing ordeal.

The Trekking Expedition

A 22-member trekking team, organized by Himalayan View Trekking Agency from Maneri, embarked on a 35-km long trek from Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand on May 29. The team consisted of 18 trekkers from Karnataka, one from Maharashtra, and three local guides.

Identification of the Deceased

The unfortunate trekkers who lost their lives have been identified as Padmini Hegde, Venkatesh Prasad, and Asha Sudhakar. Their bodies arrived in Bengaluru early in the morning, and arrangements were made to transport them to their respective homes.

Government Response

Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, along with 13 survivors, reached Bengaluru on Thursday evening. In a swift response to the incident, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah instructed officials to take necessary action for the safe rescue of trekkers and expedite the process of bringing back the deceased to the state.

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The Harrowing Ordeal

According to the revenue minister, the trekkers encountered adverse weather conditions during their descent from the high altitude area of Shastratal Mayali in Uttarakhand. A sudden blizzard struck the team at 2 pm, leaving them stranded and unable to return to their camp.

The remaining six trekkers are expected to arrive in Bengaluru later in the day, marking the end of a tragic chapter in this expedition.

In Conclusion

As the families and loved ones of the deceased trekkers mourn their loss, it serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of outdoor adventures. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragedy, and we hope for a swift and safe return of the remaining trekkers.