At Least 39 Pilgrims Die On Route To Chardham Yatra: Uttarakhand

Approximately 39 pilgrims have lost their lives on route to the Chardham Yatra so far, according to Uttarakhand Director-General Health Dr Shailja Bhatt. She further stated that high blood pressure, heart attack and mountain sickness are the prime reasons behind the deaths. Reportedly, health check-ups are being done at various places of the travel for the pilgrims. She further stated that medically unfit pilgrims are being advised not to travel.