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If you too are planning to visit Baba Kedarnath by helicopter by visiting Chardham Yatra this year, then this news is very important for you. The government has increased the fares of Kedarnath Heli Seva.
Let us tell you in easy language how much money you will have to pay from your pocket and when will you be able to book.
Why and how much rent increased?
The Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority (UCADA) has recently signed a contract with new companies for heli service. Along with this new contract, new fare rates have also been implemented. It is being told that this has been increased due to increasing fuel prices and other expenses of operations.
Let’s look at the new fare (fare for movement):
- From Guptkashi: Earlier fare was ₹ 7,744, which now increased ₹ 8,125 It is done. (Growth of ₹ 381)
- From Fata: Earlier fare was ₹ 5,500, which now increased ₹ 5,900 It is done. (Growth of ₹ 400)
- From Sirsi: Earlier fare was ₹ 5,498, which now increased ₹ 5,850 It is done. (Growth of ₹ 352)
This increased fare will be applicable for the second phase of Chardham Yatra.
When will the booking start?
The most important question is when the booking will start. According to the information, online booking of heli service for the second phase of Chardham Yatra 9 September 2025 i.e. tonight at 12 o’clock Will start on IRCTC website.
So if you have made up your mind to go by helicopter to see Baba, then increase your budget a little and confirm your seat as soon as the booking starts, because the seats are filled very quickly.