Man dies during early morning trek up Deviramma Betta in Chikkamagaluru

A man identified as Lakshman, employed with a private company in Bengaluru, died while trekking up Deviramma Betta in Chikkamagaluru district on Wednesday. According to reports, Lakshman had travelled overnight from the city to visit a relative in the nearby town of Huvinahalli.

The visitor decided to undertake an early morning climb of the hill, a popular destination for pilgrims and trekkers in the region. However, he collapsed during the ascent, with the exact cause of death yet to be established by medical authorities.

Deviramma Betta is a hill shrine that attracts devotees and tourists throughout the year. The trek, while considered moderately challenging, is regularly undertaken by visitors. Preliminary reports suggest Lakshman may have been fatigued from overnight travel, though investigations into the incident remain ongoing.

Local authorities have registered the incident and initiated an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death. The body has been handed over to relatives following standard procedures.