New trekking rules after Kurangini forest fire deaths

Published by indiaglitzcom

The death of 22 persons who went trekking to Korangini forests in Theni put the nation in grief and shock. A senior IAS officer was appointed to conduct an investigation into the matter and now a set of new recommendations have been given to the government based on the investigation. 

New Rules

-Organizations which have registered with the forest department will only be allowed to conduct treks.
 
-If a group wants to go trekking they need to get a permission from the District Forest Officer, Wildlife Warden, and Deputy Director n Tiger reserves.

-The trekking routes will be of three categories namely easy-moderate and tough. 

-Different tariffs for domestic and foreign trekkers.  Easy routes- Rs.200, Moderate routes- Rs.300 and Tough routes Rs.500.
 
-Foreigners easy route- Rs. 1500, moderate route- Rs.3000, tough route- Rs.5000

-Easy and moderate trekking routes require at least one guide for the trekking group

-Tougher routes should have a guide and additionally a forest department employee