Summit of glory: 10 Indians among global mountaineers honored in Everest tribute

In a moment of international recognition and mountaineering pride, ten Indian climbers were among more than 100 adventurers from around the world honored in Nepal on May 27 for summiting mount everest, the highest point on Earth.

The felicitation ceremony — held ahead of International Everest Day on May 29 — celebrated climbers from across Asia, Europe, and beyond. Nepal’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation, Badri Pandey, led the honors, emphasizing both the spirit of global mountaineering and the urgent call to preserve the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.

“The Nepal government is not only committed to promoting mountain tourism,” Pandey said, “but we are equally devoted to ensuring the safety of climbers and protecting the sanctity of the Himalayas for generations to come.”

Representing India’s growing footprint in high-altitude exploration, the following climbers were recognized: Ashish Singh, Nisha Kumari, Anuja Vaidya, Baljit Kaur, Suvidha Kadlag, Surya Prakash, Shaik Himansha, Satyarup Siddhanta, Jyoti Ratre, and Aditi.

Hosted by Everest Alliance Nepal, the event drew summiters from countries including China, Australia, Bangladesh, Singapore, the Philippines, Palestine, and the United Kingdom, underlining the international allure of Everest and the spirit of unity it fosters.

Among the honored guests was Mingma Sherpa, the first South Asian to climb all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters, and Xu Zhu Oyun, the youngest Chinese climber to summit Everest — both hailed as modern icons of mountaineering excellence.

International Everest Day, observed annually on May 29, commemorates the legendary 1953 first ascent by Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal — a feat that continues to inspire new generations of climbers worldwide.

As the world prepares to mark this iconic date, this week’s honors serve as a powerful reminder: Everest is not just a mountain — it is a monument to courage, resilience, and the shared aspirations of humankind.