Char Dham Yatra 2023: Amid the rise in COVID-19 circumstances throughout the nation, the Uttarakhand authorities on Wednesday (April 19) issued a health advisory for the Char Dham Yatra pilgrims. The Char Dham Yatra will start on April 22 this 12 months. In the rules issued by the federal government, it has been mentioned that each one the pilgrimage websites are situated within the excessive Himalayan area, whose top is greater than 2,700 metres above sea stage.
Travellers in these locations may be affected by excessive chilly, low humidity, excessive ultraviolet radiation, low air strain and low oxygen content material. Therefore, the rules (Health Advisory) ought to be adopted for a easy and secure journey for all of the pilgrims. Dr R Rajesh Kumar, secretary, state health division has issued the advisory for pilgrims in view of the growing impact of Corona and the climate within the excessive Himalayan area.
Thorough health check-up before continuing with Yatra
Some of the rules issued by the federal government embody a radical health check-up before continuing with the Yatra, individuals with pre-existing sicknesses ought to carry sufficient provides of prescribed medicines together with prescriptions and call particulars of their respective physicians.
For senior residents and folks with comorbidities or for many who had suffered from Covid-19, the federal government advises suspending or not enterprise the pilgrimage. “Senior Citizens, people with comorbidities, and those who had suffered from COVID-19 in the past should consider postponing or not undertaking the pilgrimage,” mentioned the advisory.”
For sufferers affected by coronary heart illness and others
Patients affected by coronary heart ailments, respiratory illnesses, diabetes, and hypertension ought to be additional cautious whereas enterprise journey to excessive altitudes. People who witness complications, drowsiness, and nausea-like signs through the Yatra are suggested to hunt instant medical help. “In case you discover signs that embody headache, dizziness, drowsiness, chest tightness, nausea, vomiting, coughing, quick respiration, and elevated coronary heart charge, please search medical consideration instantly or contact the 104 and 108 helplines for help,” the rules added.
People who witness complications, drowsiness, and nausea-like signs through the Yatra are suggested to hunt instant medical help. “In case you notice symptoms that include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, chest tightness, nausea, vomiting, coughing, fast breathing, and increased heart rate, please seek medical attention immediately or contact the 104 and 108 helplines for assistance,” mentioned the federal government health advisory.
“Avoid consumption of alcohol and other drugs and refrain from smoking. Also, keep yourself well hydrated and avoid travelling on empty stomach,” added the advisory. Further informing concerning the National Ambulance Service, the advisory mentioned, “In case of emergencies, Helpline numbers [108 – National Ambulance Service and 104- Uttarakhand Health Helpline] can be contacted.”
About Char Dham yatra
Char Dham yatra begins on April 22 on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya. The doorways of Kedarnath Dham will open on April 25 and Badrinath Dham on April 27. The Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand is without doubt one of the hottest Hindu pilgrimages in India. This pilgrimage is a tour of 4 holy websites – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri – nestled excessive up within the Himalayas.
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