{"id":11561,"date":"2026-05-26T06:18:53","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T06:18:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/?p=11561"},"modified":"2026-05-26T06:26:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T06:26:05","slug":"emergency-numbers-hospitals-on-chardham-yatra-route","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/emergency-numbers-hospitals-on-chardham-yatra-route\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Contact Numbers &#038; Hospitals on Chardham Yatra Route 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every year, millions of pilgrims cross high Himalayan passes to complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/chardham\">Chardham Yatra<\/a> \u2014 visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/yamunotri\">Yamunotri<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/gangotri\">Gangotri<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/kedarnath\">Kedarnath<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/badrinath\">Badrinath<\/a>. It is one of the most spiritually powerful journeys a Hindu can undertake. But it is also one of the most physically demanding. Altitudes crossing 10,000 feet, narrow mountain roads, rapidly shifting weather, and patchy mobile connectivity make it essential to be prepared.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What most people don&#8217;t think about before leaving: what actually happens in a genuine emergency up there?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide covers every emergency contact number you need for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/chardham-tour-packages\">Chardham Yatra 2026<\/a>, along with verified hospital details for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/char-dham-yatra-route-map\/\">all four Dham routes<\/a>. Every figure here is sourced from official Uttarakhand government press releases (March\u2013April 2026) and confirmed news reports. Nothing random. Nothing generic. Save these numbers before you leave \u2014 not after you need them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Quick Overview<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5d19e09f-4b83-410d-9e03-699c8731ca0c-0\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:5d19e09f-4b83-410d-9e03-699c8731ca0c-0\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5d19e09f-4b83-410d-9e03-699c8731ca0c-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-3 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2e2b95a7-030a-4e18-807a-388a1326b8c4\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<ul data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"534\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-section-id=\"zm3lsl\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\"><strong data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"23\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Police Emergency:<\/strong> 112<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5vr4ph\" data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"68\"><strong data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"55\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Ambulance Services:<\/strong> 108 or 102<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1j6fl77\" data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"96\"><strong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"90\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Fire Emergency:<\/strong> 101<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"67y0m4\" data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"151\"><strong data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"144\" data-is-only-node=\"\">State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC):<\/strong> 1070<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"is3spv\" data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"199\"><strong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"187\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Uttarakhand Tourism Helpline:<\/strong> 0135-1364<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1hhq0xm\" data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"293\"><strong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"236\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Multilingual Pilgrim Helpline:<\/strong> 104\n<ul data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"293\">\n<li data-section-id=\"8w0pvc\" data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"263\">Available 24&#215;7<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"jcbt0j\" data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"293\">Support in 13 languages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1f8qao1\" data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"534\" data-is-last-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"339\" data-is-only-node=\"\">2026 Chardham Yatra Emergency Support:<\/strong>\n<ul data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"534\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<li data-section-id=\"jn0wa3\" data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"385\">177 ambulances deployed across routes<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1kiksja\" data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"451\">Includes Advanced Life Support (ALS) and cardiac ambulances<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"veh4ee\" data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"534\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Helicopter ambulance service operated by <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">AIIMS Rishikesh<\/span><\/span>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Emergency-Contact-Numbers-Hospitals-on-Chardham-Yatra-Route.webp\" alt=\"Emergency Contact Numbers &amp; Hospitals on Chardham Yatra Route\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Emergency-Contact-Numbers-Hospitals-on-Chardham-Yatra-Route.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Emergency-Contact-Numbers-Hospitals-on-Chardham-Yatra-Route-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Emergency-Contact-Numbers-Hospitals-on-Chardham-Yatra-Route-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Emergency-Contact-Numbers-Hospitals-on-Chardham-Yatra-Route-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><b>Important Emergency Contact Numbers for Chardham Yatra 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save every number below on your phone before the journey starts. Also write them on paper \u2014 mountain areas frequently have no signal, and you cannot search in a panic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Police &amp; Law Enforcement<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Police Control Room: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">112 \u2014 Works across Uttarakhand. Your first call for accidents, road incidents, missing persons, or any threat to personal safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Women&#8217;s Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1090 or 1800 180 4111 (toll-free) \u2014 For women pilgrims facing harassment or safety concerns anywhere on the route.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Traffic Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7300702033 \u2014 For road accidents, highway jams, or vehicle breakdowns on Yatra routes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Anti-Corruption Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1064 \u2014 If a transport operator, guide, dharmshala staff, or official demands illegal payments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cyber Crime Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1930 \u2014 For digital payment fraud, UPI scams, or phishing attempts targeting pilgrims at booking points.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Ambulance &amp; Medical Emergency<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ambulance (Primary): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">108 \u2014 The main ambulance helpline across Uttarakhand. Covers 108 emergency service vehicles, Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances, and cardiac ambulances. (Source: Newsonair\/AIR, March 17, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ambulance (Alternate): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">102 \u2014 Use if 108 is busy or unreachable. Also works for medical transport of elderly pilgrims.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uttarakhand Tourism Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0135-1364 \u2014 For Yatra registration issues, e-pass queries, or general route guidance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Multilingual Pilgrim Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">104 \u2014 Active 24&#215;7 during 2026 Yatra season. Provides assistance in 13 languages including Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Marathi.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Disaster Management &amp; State Emergency<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1070 (toll-free) or 0135-2710334 \u2014 For landslides, floods, cloudbursts, road washouts, or large-scale natural disasters. Operated by Uttarakhand SDMA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>District Emergency Operation Centre (DEOC): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1077 \u2014 For district-level emergencies and coordinated rescue operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fire Brigade: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">101 \u2014 For fire emergencies at hotels, dhabas, camps, or forest fires near the route.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Child Helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1098 \u2014 If a child is lost, separated, or in distress along the Yatra route.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>At-a-Glance Emergency Numbers Table<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Service<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Number<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>When to Use<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Police Control Room<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">112<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidents, crime, missing persons<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambulance (Primary)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">108<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical emergency, cardiac arrest, injuries<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambulance (Alternate)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">102<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical transport if 108 unreachable<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire Brigade<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">101<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire at hotel, vehicle, forest<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEOC \u2013 State Disaster<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1070 \/ 0135-2710334<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landslides, floods, major disasters<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DEOC \u2013 District Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1077<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">District emergencies &amp; rescue coordination<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourism Helpline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0135-1364<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration, e-pass, general Yatra queries<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multilingual Helpline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">104<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help in 13 languages \u2014 24&#215;7<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women&#8217;s Helpline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1090<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harassment, safety complaints by women<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-Corruption<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1064<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illegal demands by operators or officials<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child Helpline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1098<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost child, child in distress<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cyber Crime<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1930<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online fraud, UPI\/payment scams<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>2026 Chardham Yatra Medical Infrastructure \u2014 What&#8217;s Actually in Place<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Uttarakhand government launched a comprehensive healthcare overhaul for the 2026 Yatra season, announced officially on March 17, 2026 by Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat through the e-Swasthya Dham initiative. Here is exactly what is deployed \u2014 all figures from verified government sources:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>177 Ambulances: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Across all four Yatra routes \u2014 includes 108 emergency service vehicles, Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances, and dedicated cardiac ambulances. (Source: Newsonair, AIR official broadcast, March 17, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>25 Medical Relief Posts (MRPs): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stationed every 3 km on the route \u2014 reduced from the earlier 8\u201310 km spacing. Distribution: 8 on Kedarnath route, 7 on Badrinath route, 5 on Gangotri route, 4 on Yamunotri route.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>33 Health Screening Points: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where pilgrims above 55 years undergo mandatory checks \u2014 blood pressure, blood sugar, and ECG. (Source: Newsonair, March 17, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>13 Primary Screening Corridors: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between Rishikesh and Jankichatti. A &#8216;Fit to Travel&#8217; certificate is issued only to those whose health clears screening.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New 50-Bed Hospitals at Kedarnath AND Badrinath: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Announced February 28, 2026 by Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat. Both hospitals equipped with oxygen support systems, emergency wards, and critical care units. (Source: TirthaYatra.org, Feb 28, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Helicopter Ambulance \u2014 AIIMS Rishikesh: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One helicopter ambulance deployed and operated through AIIMS Rishikesh. Critical patients airlifted directly to AIIMS Rishikesh or Doon Medical College.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Boat Ambulance \u2014 Tehri Lake: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One boat ambulance stationed at Tehri for water-based emergencies in that stretch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>100 Swasthya Mitras (Health Volunteers): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trained local youth stationed every 2 km on trekking routes. Each carries portable oxygen and first-aid kit. First responders before ambulance arrives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medical Staff on Rotational Duty: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 specialist doctors, 46 medical officers, and 85 paramedical staff deployed on 15-day rotational roster throughout the Yatra season. (Source: Newsonair, March 17, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>e-Swasthya Dham Portal: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-time health monitoring system. Pilgrims fill health data at registration \u2014 high-risk pilgrims are flagged and monitored at altitude checkpoints.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drone Medicine Delivery: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drones being used to deliver emergency medicines to high-altitude points including Kedarnath, where road access for supply is limited.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Note on ambulance figures: <\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some earlier planning articles from 2025 mentioned &#8216;154 ambulances&#8217; \u2014 that was the 2025 season target. The confirmed 2026 deployment figure is 177 ambulances, as officially announced by Uttarakhand Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat on March 17, 2026 (Newsonair\/All India Radio).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><b>Hospitals on Chardham Yatra Route \u2014 Verified District-Wise List (2026)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a district-wise list of government hospitals and Community Health Centres (CHCs) serving each Dham route. Contact numbers are sourced from official Uttarakhand Health Department records. Call ahead when possible \u2014 mobile signal near the temples can be unreliable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kedarnath Route \u2014 Hospitals in Rudraprayag District<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rudraprayag district covers the entire <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/delhi-to-kedarnath\/\">Kedarnath Yatra route<\/a>. Gaurikund is the last road-reachable point \u2014 from there, pilgrims trek 16\u201318 km uphill to reach the temple at 11,755 ft. The District Hospital Rudraprayag and the new 50-bed hospital at Kedarnath (operational from April 2026) are the primary care points.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hospital \/ Facility<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Contact Number<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Location<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key Specialties<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">District Hospital Rudraprayag<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8938062775<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rudraprayag Town<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthopaedics, General Surgery, ENT, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Ophthalmology<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Augustmuni<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9501968083<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Augustmuni (Kedarnath route)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paediatric Medical Management, General Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Jakholi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7055632408<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jakholi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New 50-Bed Hospital, Kedarnath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 (Operated by State Govt)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath Temple area<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxygen support, Emergency ward, Critical care, High-altitude sickness (Operational from April 2026)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swami Vivekanand Charitable Hospital, Kedarnath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact via route MRP<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near Kedarnath Dham<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilgrim first aid &amp; emergency (Seasonal)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Badrinath Route \u2014 Hospitals in Chamoli District<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chamoli district covers the Badrinath Dham route. Badrinath is road-accessible \u2014 making it the most accessible of the four Dhams for elderly pilgrims. Joshimath serves as the key transit town. Gopeshwar (district HQ) has the main referral hospital, and the new 50-bed hospital at Badrinath adds significant on-ground capacity in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hospital \/ Facility<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Contact Number<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Location<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key Specialties<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NS Bhandari Memorial District Hospital, Gopeshwar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7668377541<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gopeshwar, Chamoli<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Surgery, ENT, Orthopaedics, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Gynaecology, Paediatrics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Joshimath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9917118242<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near Narsingh Mandir, Joshimath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gynaecology, Paediatric Management<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Karanprayag<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8475076045<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Karanprayag<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgery, Orthopaedics, ENT, Oncology, Gynaecology, Paediatrics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Gairsain<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9582479042<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gairsain, Chamoli<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Tharali<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6395423255<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tharali<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Pokhari<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9761804595<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vinayakdhar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Ghat<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7895126155<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Ghat<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paediatrics, Gynaecology<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arihant Advanced Surgical Centre<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7055705579<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Main Badrinath Road, Chamoli<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency, General Surgery, General Medicine<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New 50-Bed Hospital, Badrinath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 (Operated by State Govt)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath Temple area<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxygen support, Emergency ward, Critical care (Operational from April 2026)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Gangotri &amp; Yamunotri Routes \u2014 Hospitals in Uttarkashi District<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarkashi district covers both Gangotri and Yamunotri. Gangotri is road-accessible via Uttarkashi town. Yamunotri requires a 5\u20136 km trek from Janki Chatti (Barkot is the base town). The District Hospital Uttarkashi is the primary referral point \u2014 serious cases are transferred to AIIMS Rishikesh.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hospital \/ Facility<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Contact Number<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Location<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key Specialties<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">District Hospital Uttarkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9412394912<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarkashi Town<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ENT, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Chinyalisour<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8979353440<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chinyalisour, Uttarkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Naugaon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8755805188<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naugaon, Uttarkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CHC Purola<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8859515594<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purola, Uttarkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paediatric Care<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swami Vivekanand Charitable Hospital, Gangotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact via route MRP<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near Gangotri Dham<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilgrim first aid &amp; emergency (Seasonal)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Tertiary &amp; Referral Hospitals \u2014 For Critical &amp; Surgical Cases<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any life-threatening emergency from any of the four Dhams ultimately gets referred to these hospitals via ambulance or helicopter. These are the end-point nodes of the Uttarakhand emergency chain:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hospital<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>City<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Contact<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Role in Chardham Emergency System<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AIIMS Rishikesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rishikesh<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0135-2462900<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary helicopter-receiving hospital. Operates helicopter ambulance for Yatra emergencies. Government&#8217;s top referral node.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doon Medical College &amp; Hospital<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehradun<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0135-2758300<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major government referral centre for critical pilgrim cases transferred from Yatra route.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Srinagar Medical College<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Srinagar, Garhwal<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">01346-252162<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tertiary referral centre for Badrinath-Kedarnath corridor cases. Closer than Rishikesh.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shri Guru Ram Rai Hospital<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehradun<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0135-2520700<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-specialty private referral hospital for Dehradun-based evacuation cases.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Medical Relief Post (MRP) Distribution \u2014 Route-Wise<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 season has 25 active Medical Relief Posts covering all four Yatra routes, spaced every 3 km \u2014 down from the previous 8\u201310 km spacing. Each MRP has a doctor or trained paramedic, oxygen supply, basic medicines, and communication equipment:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dham Route<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>No. of MRPs (2026)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Spacing<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key Points Covered<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath Route<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 MRPs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every 3 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonprayag, Gaurikund, Jungle Chatti, Bheembali, Lincholi, Rambada, Kedarnath base<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath Route<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 MRPs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every 3 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joshimath, Govindghat, Pandukeshwar, Badrinath approach<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri Route<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 MRPs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every 3 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarkashi, Harsil, Lanka, Gangotri approach<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri Route<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 MRPs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every 3 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barkot, Janki Chatti, trek route to Yamunotri<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Step-by-Step: What to Do in a Medical Emergency on the Yatra Route<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay calm. Work through these steps in order:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call 108 immediately. This is the fastest route to ambulance response. State your location as specifically as possible \u2014 nearest town, km marker if visible, or landmark.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If 108 is busy or no signal, call 112. Police coordinate emergency response and can alert ambulances faster in certain zones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alert the nearest Swasthya Mitra \u2014 they are stationed every 2 km on trekking routes with portable oxygen and first aid. Or go to the nearest Medical Relief Post (every 3 km).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For altitude sickness (AMS) \u2014 headache, nausea, confusion above 10,000 ft: Do NOT push forward. Move the person downhill immediately. Give supplemental oxygen if available. Call 108.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For suspected cardiac arrest: Begin CPR if trained. Call 108 and 1070 simultaneously. Alert Swasthya Mitra and nearby pilgrims.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For landslide or road blockage: Call 1070 (SEOC) or 1077 (DEOC). Do NOT attempt to cross a blocked or unstable road section under any circumstances.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a life-threatening case needing helicopter evacuation: Request through 108 or 1070. AIIMS Rishikesh&#8217;s helicopter ambulance is on standby. This is activated by the emergency coordination team \u2014 you cannot book it directly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>Common Mistakes Pilgrims Make \u2014 That Lead to Emergencies<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hiding medical history during Yatra registration: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The e-Swasthya Dham portal flags high-risk pilgrims for extra monitoring. If you don&#8217;t disclose BP, diabetes, or heart conditions, you lose this safety net. Be honest during registration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rushing the Kedarnath trek: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 16\u201318 km climb to 11,755 ft is not a race. Overexertion is the leading trigger for cardiac and respiratory emergencies on this route. Pace yourself.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skipping acclimatization: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving directly from Rishikesh to Kedarnath in one day is a risk, especially for first-time visitors. Resting a night at Guptkashi or Sonprayag helps your body adjust to altitude.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not carrying a first-aid kit: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic items \u2014 ORS sachets, paracetamol, personal prescription medicines, and a pulse oximeter \u2014 are the difference between a mild inconvenience and a crisis. Keep them accessible, not buried in luggage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ignoring early altitude sickness symptoms: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache, nausea, and lightheadedness above 10,000 ft are not normal tiredness. They are early signs of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Descent is the only reliable treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Storing emergency numbers only on the phone: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile networks cut out frequently on all four Yatra routes. Write key numbers on paper and keep it in your wallet or a ziplock bag in your bag.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Booking helicopter tickets through touts: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/kedarnath-yatra-by-helicopter.html\">Kedarnath helicopter bookings<\/a> are only through IRCTC or the official Uttarakhand government portal. Paying touts = losing money with no guarantee of service.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Pro Tips for a Safe Chardham Yatra 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Register on the official portal: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in \u2014 Yatra registration is mandatory for all four Dhams. Aadhaar is now compulsory as of 2026.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Download &#8216;Tourist Care Uttarakhand&#8217; app: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available on Google Play and App Store. Contains your e-pass, Yatra updates, and emergency contacts in one place.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Carry a pulse oximeter: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If SpO2 (blood oxygen saturation) drops below 90% at altitude, sit, breathe slowly, and seek help immediately. Normal range is 95\u2013100%.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Carry BSNL or Jio SIM: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These networks have the best coverage in remote Himalayan areas. Other operators frequently lose signal in deep mountain valleys.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use the 104 helpline: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or a family member speaks limited Hindi, call 104 for assistance in Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Marathi, English, and 8 other languages. Staff are trained to help pilgrims in distress.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Night driving ban: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 PM to 4 AM night driving is prohibited on all hill roads in Uttarakhand. Plan your stops around this \u2014 being caught on a mountain road after dark without a safe halt is dangerous.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For senior citizens and heart patients: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath is fully road-accessible. Gangotri is road-accessible. Yamunotri&#8217;s trek can be done by pony or palki. Kedarnath helicopter yatra (book via IRCTC) is the safest option for high-risk pilgrims.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Pre-Yatra Health Checklist \u2014 2026<\/b><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Item<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Who Needs It<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-travel medical check-up<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory for age 55+; advised for all<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BP, blood sugar, ECG minimum<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;Fit to Travel&#8217; Certificate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory for age 55+ or with conditions<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issued at 13 screening points from Rishikesh<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulse Oximeter<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims \u2014 strongly recommended<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor SpO2 at high altitude checkpoints<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal prescription medicines<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims taking regular medication<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry 7\u201310 extra days&#8217; supply beyond trip duration<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ORS sachets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential for dehydration at altitude<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paracetamol &amp; basic first aid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For headaches, fever, minor injuries<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Altitude sickness medication<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommended for Kedarnath \/ Badrinath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consult your doctor about Acetazolamide (Diamox)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Written emergency numbers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All pilgrims \u2014 non-negotiable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy this article&#8217;s numbers before you go<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel insurance with air evacuation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strongly recommended<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure policy covers helicopter evacuation from remote areas<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chardham Yatra e-Pass<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory for all pilgrims<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in \u2014 Aadhaar required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1. What is the ambulance number for Chardham Yatra 2026?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary ambulance number is 108. An alternate line is 102. Both are active 24&#215;7 across Uttarakhand. In 2026, 177 ambulances are deployed across all four Yatra routes \u2014 including advanced life support and cardiac ambulances. This was confirmed by Uttarakhand Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat on March 17, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2. Is there a hospital at Kedarnath temple in 2026?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 for the first time in 2026, a 50-bed hospital has been established at Kedarnath Dham, announced by Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat in February 2026. It is equipped with oxygen support, an emergency ward, and critical care facilities. Previously, only basic Medical Relief Posts were available. The nearest full government hospital remains District Hospital Rudraprayag (8938062775).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3. What is the Uttarakhand government helpline for Chardham Yatra 2026?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The official Uttarakhand Tourism helpline is 0135-1364. For state-level emergencies (landslides, disasters), call 1070 (toll-free). For multilingual assistance in 13 languages, dial 104 (active 24&#215;7). For police, dial 112.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4. Which hospital is nearest to Badrinath temple?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new 50-bed hospital is now operational at Badrinath itself (from April 2026). For advanced care, the nearest full district hospital is NS Bhandari Memorial District Hospital in Gopeshwar (7668377541). CHC Joshimath (9917118242) is also close and handles routine emergencies for pilgrims in transit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q5. How does the helicopter ambulance work during Chardham Yatra?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The helicopter ambulance is operated through AIIMS Rishikesh and is activated for life-threatening emergencies only. You cannot book it directly. To request it, call 108 or 1070 \u2014 the emergency coordination team at the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) triggers the deployment. The helicopter can airlift pilgrims directly to AIIMS Rishikesh or Doon Medical College.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q6. What should I do if I get altitude sickness at Kedarnath?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop immediately. Do not push forward. Sit down, breathe slowly. If a Swasthya Mitra is nearby (stationed every 2 km with portable oxygen), alert them. If symptoms worsen \u2014 confusion, inability to walk, chest tightness \u2014 call 108 and start descending toward Gaurikund. The new 50-bed hospital at Kedarnath base also has oxygen wards for this exact situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q7. What hospitals are available on the Gangotri Yatra route?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main government hospital is District Hospital Uttarkashi (9412394912). Along the route, CHC Chinyalisour (8979353440) and CHC Naugaon (8755805188) provide general care. A seasonal charitable hospital run by Swami Vivekanand Health Mission operates near Gangotri Dham during the pilgrimage season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q8. Is medical check-up mandatory for Chardham Yatra 2026?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 mandatory for pilgrims above 55 years and those with conditions like heart disease, diabetes, asthma, or hypertension. There are 13 primary screening points between Rishikesh and Jankichatti where BP, blood sugar, and ECG checks are done. A &#8216;Fit to Travel&#8217; certificate is issued before proceeding. Younger, healthy pilgrims are advised to get checked too \u2014 altitude affects everyone differently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q9. What is e-Swasthya Dham and how does it help pilgrims?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The e-Swasthya Dham portal is an Uttarakhand government initiative launched for the 2026 Yatra season. It allows real-time health monitoring of pilgrims at high-altitude checkpoints. When you register for the Yatra, you fill health information \u2014 the system flags high-risk travelers, and medical staff at screening points are alerted to monitor them more closely. It is accessible via the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q10. Which Dham is safest for elderly or heart patients?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath is the safest \u2014 the road goes right to the temple, no trekking required. Gangotri is also road-accessible. Yamunotri has a 5\u20136 km trek that can be done by pony or palki. Kedarnath has the highest physical demand (16\u201318 km trek, 11,755 ft altitude) \u2014 for heart patients, helicopter yatra booked through IRCTC is the recommended option. Carry a cardiologist&#8217;s clearance certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q11. How do I report overcharging by a transport operator on the Yatra route?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call the Anti-Corruption Helpline at 1064. Note the vehicle number, operator name, and exact location. You can also report to the Traffic Helpline at 7300702033 or file a complaint at the nearest police checkpost. The Tourist Care Uttarakhand app also has a grievance reporting option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q12. Is travel insurance required for Chardham Yatra?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not mandatory, but strongly recommended. There is no government pilgrim insurance scheme for medical emergencies as of 2026. Buy a private travel insurance policy before starting the journey \u2014 ensure it specifically covers helicopter air evacuation, as standard policies often exclude this. An air evacuation from Kedarnath to AIIMS Rishikesh without insurance can be financially significant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q13. Are there Swami Vivekanand charitable hospitals on the route?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 the Swami Vivekanand Health Mission runs seasonal charitable hospitals at both Kedarnath Dham and Gangotri Dham during the pilgrimage season. They offer basic emergency care and first aid to pilgrims at no charge. For non-emergency care, these are useful first stops before reaching district hospitals. Contact the nearest Medical Relief Post to reach them if unsure of location.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q14. What are the symptoms of altitude sickness to watch for?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): persistent headache, nausea, dizziness, loss of appetite, and fatigue that doesn&#8217;t improve with rest. Severe AMS: confusion, inability to walk straight, breathlessness at rest, lips or fingernails turning blue. If you or someone near you shows severe symptoms above 10,000 ft \u2014 descend immediately and call 108.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q15. Where can I verify updated hospital information for the Yatra route?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The official Uttarakhand Health Department portal (sha.uk.gov.in) has a complete hospital directory. For Yatra-specific updates, the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app and the registration portal (registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in) are updated during the season. The Tourism helpline 0135-1364 can also direct you to the correct facility for your location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion: Go Prepared, Return Safe<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chardham Yatra is not just a journey \u2014 for millions of families, it is a life goal. Elderly parents who have waited decades to visit Kedarnath, couples who planned this pilgrimage for years, first-time solo travelers who need the clarity only the Himalayas can offer. The journey deserves that same seriousness in preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2026, the Uttarakhand government has made its most significant investment in pilgrim healthcare to date: 177 ambulances, new 50-bed hospitals at both Kedarnath and Badrinath, 25 Medical Relief Posts spaced every 3 km, 100 health volunteers on trekking routes, a helicopter ambulance via AIIMS Rishikesh, and a real-time digital health monitoring system. The safety net is there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your part is straightforward: save these numbers, carry your medicines, register honestly, and listen to your body at altitude. That is all it takes to complete the Yatra and come home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Har Har Mahadev. Jai Badri Vishal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2501\u2501\u2501 Verified Sources \u2501\u2501\u2501<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Newsonair \/ All India Radio (Official Govt broadcast, March 17, 2026): uttarakhand-govt-introduces-e-swasthya-dham-for-real-time-health-monitoring-during-char-dham-yatra<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> TirthaYatra.org (Feb 28, 2026): Char Dham Yatra 2026: 50-Bed Hospitals in Badrinath &amp; Kedarnath \u2014 confirmed by Health Minister Dr. Dhan Singh Rawat<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The Statesman (April 21, 2026): Char Dham Yatra 2026 \u2014 Dates, routes, registration and new rules explained<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India TV News (April 22, 2026): Char Dham Yatra 2026: Kedarnath opens \u2014 routes, registration, helicopter booking and new rules<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> TravelVaidya.com (Uttarakhand Health Dept data): Emergency Contact Numbers &amp; Hospitals in Char Dham Yatra<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every year, millions of pilgrims cross high Himalayan passes to complete the Chardham Yatra \u2014 visiting Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. It is one of the most spiritually powerful journeys a Hindu can undertake. But it is also one of the most physically demanding. Altitudes crossing 10,000 feet, narrow mountain roads, rapidly shifting weather, and patchy mobile connectivity make it [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":11563,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"no","footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11561","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-char-dham-yatra"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Chardham Yatra 2026 Hospitals &amp; Emergency Helpline Numbers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Travel safely with updated Chardham Yatra 2026 emergency contacts, medical facilities, ambulance services and hospital directory.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.namasteindiatrip.com\/blog\/emergency-numbers-hospitals-on-chardham-yatra-route\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Chardham Yatra 2026 Hospitals &amp; 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