Dehradun, April 19 -- The Indian Army has conducted a reconnaissance of the trek route from Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib, essential for the Shri Hemkund Sahib Yatra starting on 25 May. The 6 km trek route has 2 to 7 feet of snow accumulation from Ghagharia to Hemkund Sahib. The first contingent of 25 soldiers will arrive in Govindghat tomorrow and, after a day of acclimatisation in Ghagharia, will begin snow clearance work.

The Atlakoti Glacier is completely covered with up to 30 feet of snow, while the smaller Atlakoti Glacier has 10 feet of snow. This service is proudly undertaken by the Indian Army. Trust volunteers and cooks will accompany the team to manage other essential arrangements.

Following the collapse of the Govindghat bridg...