Shimla resident dies while trekking near Triund, rescue team deployed

Shimla, August 28: 27-year-old Arsh Guleria, a resident of Shimla, died while trekking near Nagdal near Triund in Kangra district. The incident took place on the day of Janmashtami, when Guleria and his friends had gone to Nagdal for trekking. According to the information, Guleria suddenly started having trouble breathing during the trekking, due to which he died.

The police were informed about the situation through a message from someone in the group. The message informed about Guleria’s condition deteriorating and death. In response, the McLeodganj police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) immediately launched a rescue operation to retrieve the body. However, poor signal reception in the area made it difficult for the authorities to find the exact location of the incident.

SHO McLeodganj Yadesh Thakur said that the Kangra police received the distress message on Tuesday morning, following which immediate action was taken. Despite communication challenges, a team of SDRF and police personnel was sent to the spot. The team has reached Triund and they are working to bring Guleria’s body to Dharamshala by Wednesday.

ASP Kangra, Bir Bahadur said the operation to retrieve the body is underway. The incident has saddened many and is a reminder of the risks involved in high-altitude treks.