Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has granted approval for the recommencement of helicopter operations for the Char Dham Yatra 2025 after the monsoon break. In a statement, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said that the strategic initiatives for enhancing the safety of Char Dham operations have been implemented after a rigorous scrutiny.

 

 

Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu held multiple review meetings along with Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Pushkar Singh Dhami, at Dehradun and Delhi to ensure close coordination among the DGCA, Airport Authority of India and the State Government.

 

 

The DGCA also carried out a comprehensive inspection and audit of all Helipads, helicopters, Operators’ preparedness and support facilities by the DGCA team a few days ago. Post that the approval for recommencement of helicopter operations has been granted.

 

 

It added that recognising the critical role of helicopter services in facilitating pilgrim movement to the shrines located in high-altitude and remote areas of Uttarakhand, the DGCA has put in place enhanced safety measures to ensure safe and seamless operations. The DGCA will be closely monitoring and maintaining constant vigil for the Chardham Yatra Helicopter Operations.