Karnataka Minister Advocates for National Trekking Safety SOP
Formulate model SOP for trekking safety in Karnataka: Minister Eshwar Khandre tells officials
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Eshwar Khandre, Karnataka's Minister for Forest, Ecology and Environment, has directed officials to create a standard operating procedure (SOP) for trekking safety. This initiative follows recent incidents involving missing individuals in Karnataka's forests, aiming to establish a national model for safer trekking practices.
- 01Eshwar Khandre emphasizes the need for a trekking safety SOP.
- 02The initiative is a response to recent disappearances in Karnataka's forests.
- 03The SOP aims to serve as a national model for trekking safety.
- 04Khandre's instructions were issued to the chief wildlife warden.
- 05The move highlights the importance of safety in outdoor activities.
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Eshwar Khandre, the Minister for Forest, Ecology and Environment in Karnataka, has called for the development of a standard operating procedure (SOP) to enhance trekking safety in the state. This directive, issued on April 8, 2026, comes in response to alarming incidents, including the disappearance of a woman from Kerala in the Tadiandamol forest and a search operation for a missing minor girl in the Chandradrona hills. Khandre's office stated that the SOP aims to establish a national model for trekking safety, ensuring better preparedness and response for future incidents. By prioritizing safety measures, the initiative seeks to protect trekkers and promote responsible outdoor activities in Karnataka's diverse landscapes.
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The SOP is expected to enhance safety measures for trekkers in Karnataka, potentially reducing accidents and improving emergency response.
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