Why travellers to Leh need to know about oxygen deficiency

The allure of Ladakh's breathtaking landscapes, including Pangong Tso and Shanti Stupa, draws thousands of adventurers each year. The region's high altitude poses significant risk of altitude sickness. Chinmay, a 27-year-old digital marketing professional from Noida who was on a solo bike trip to Ladakh succumbed to oxygen deficiency, one of the most serious perils of high-altitude travel.