A recent tragedy, where a young travel influencer perished after falling in a 300-feet gorge, near a waterfall in Maharashtra once again throws the perils of picnicking in this season into sharp relief.

This edit space has repeatedly highlighted the dangers of water, slippery rocks, even ankle-high water which may seem deceptively safe, especially in this season. Here, it is important to note that in picnic/trekking season, it is not just important to stay safe at your spot, safety begins from the word go when you start planning your trek/expedition.