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Ranchi, Aug 20: On the 70th anniversary of the Everest Summit, 13 Mount Everest conquerors came together and shared their experience on Sunday at the Convention Center of CCL Headquarters. The program was started by CCL CMD Dr B. Veera Reddy, Director Technical Rambabu Prasad, Director (Personnel) Harshnath Mishra, Director Technical B. Sairam, CVO Pankaj Kumar by lighting the lamp.
After this Odissi dance was presented by Sumedha Sengupta. The program was moderated by Bigg Boss fame voice-over artist and actor Vijay Vikram Singh.
Jamling Tenzing Norgay, son of Darjeeling’s Tenzing Norgay, who was the first to climb Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain peak, and who conquered Everest twice, was the main speaker at the summit. Arunima Sinha and Hemant Gupta could not attend the programme. The program ended with the musical performance of Sumit Kutani and Prashant. College students and JSSPS students heard everyone’s experiences in the programme.
Jamling Tenzing
Jamling Tenzing, the son of the famous mountaineer Tenzing, has a remarkable legacy. Following in his father’s footsteps, he achieved a significant feat by climbing Mount Everest in 1996, immortalized in the acclaimed IMAX film “Everest” (1998). In 2002, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Everest ascent, Zemling and Edmund Hillary’s son Peter Hillary joined a historic expedition. Drawing inspiration from his experiences, Zemling wrote “Touching My Father’s Soul,” which offers a Sherpa’s perspective on the tragic events of the May 1996 climb and throws light on the contrasting behaviour of the Sherpas. Educated at Northland College, his passion for courage and dedication to preserving Sherpa heritage continues to inspire.
Binita Soren
Binita Soren has the distinction of being the first tribal woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest, making her community proud of her remarkable achievements. She is a resident of Sorsora village in the Seraikela-Kharsawan district of Jharkhand and still lives in her old house. However, she is currently associated with the Tata group. Binita told that Tata had sponsored her since the beginning. Her teacher Bachendri is taking care of her and she has given full support. Her ascent to the summit of Everest began on 20 March 2012 as part of the Eco Everest Spring 2012 campaign. On 26 May 2012 at 6:50 am, she created history by hoisting the Indian flag on Mount Everest. Her climb is particularly remembered for taking the northern route to the summit, which added another dimension to her achievement. Binita’s achievements and adventurous spirit inspire many proving that no dream is too big to achieve.
Priyanka Mohite
Priyanka Mohite, a remarkable young woman from the Satara region of Maharashtra, made India proud by conquering five peaks above 8000 metres. At the age of 21, she became the youngest Maharashtrian and the third youngest Indian to climb Mount Everest. Priyanka has the distinction of being the first Indian woman to conquer Mount Makalu. Her achievements have been recognised, receiving the prestigious Tenzing Adventure Award in 2020. In 2022, she successfully completed an expedition to Mount Kangchenjunga, the third-highest peak. In April 2021, she scaled Mount Annapurna and created history as the first Indian woman to do so.
Kuntal Joisher
Mumbai’s Kuntal A. Joisher is a vegan mountaineer from India. Beyond mountaineering, he advocates for dementia awareness and embodies a humanitarian mission. Climbing Mount Everest from the south side on May 19, 2016, Kuntal achieved a remarkable feat On May 15, 2018, he demonstrated his perseverance and dedication by scaling Mount Lhotse, the world’s fourth-highest peak at 8516 metres beating the obstacles to climb on. An alumnus of USC Viterbi, School of Engineering, California, Kuntal’s mastery extends to both technology and mountaineering. His extraordinary journey inspires aspiring mountaineers, vegans and change-makers, showing that with determination and compassion, anyone can conquer mountains and achieve anything.
Anuja Anand Vaidya
Anuja Anand Vaidya is an extraordinary mountaineer who has scaled some of the highest peaks in the world. On February 16, 2019, she achieved a significant milestone by scaling Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest peak in South America, before setting her sights on Everest, along with her sister Aditi Vaidya. Their achievement earned her the distinction of being the first Gujarati sisters to reach the summit, which is a testimony to her determination and passion towards mountaineering. In August 2019, Anuja conquered the formidable Manirang in Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 6593 metres, demonstrating her skills in navigating high-altitude terrains. Her spirit of adventure continued when she conquered Mount Elbrus in Europe and the Carstensz Pyramid in Indonesia. Anuja also became the first Gujarati woman to scale Mount Vinson Massif in Antarctica on 15 January 2020.
Aditi Vaidya
Aditi Vaidya achieved a remarkable feat by conquering Argentina’s Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, on February 16, 2019, before embarking on an Everest expedition with her sister Anuja Vaidya. Their success earned them the distinction of being the first Gujarati sisters to climb the summit, a testimony to their mountaineering skills and determination. On May 21, Aditi and Anuja achieved an extraordinary feat on Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak. Aditi herself is an accomplished mountaineer and has scaled three summits with remarkable success, showcasing her skill and experience in tackling challenging terrain. Her dedication to both academic and mountaineering pursuits serves as an inspiration to aspiring adventurers, demonstrating her ability to combine passion with education and personal development.
Rudra Prasad Haldar
Rudra Prasad Haldar, a media operator with the West Bengal Police, brought new hope and inspiration to mountaineering enthusiasts with his successful climb of Mount Everest on May 21, 2016. At the age of 39, Rudra achieved this feat. Starting his Everest adventure on 7th April, Rudra displayed unwavering determination and dedication to conquer the world’s highest peak. Several weeks of challenging climbing and acclimatization culminated in his triumphant summit, which excited the mountaineering community. At the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in Uttarkashi, Rudra’s achievement is a shining example of the tenacity and courage that continues to inspire mountaineers around the world to pursue their goals.
Megha Parmar
Megha Parmar, the first woman to scale Mount Everest, completed a technical scuba dive to a depth of 45 meters, demonstrating her versatility and courage in mountaineering and diving. Megha, a resident of Madhya Pradesh, became the first woman from her state to scale Europe’s highest peak Mount Elbrus in 2019. In 2020, she scaled Mount Kosciuszko, Australia’s highest peak, cementing her status as a trailblazer. In 2018, Megha achieved extraordinary feats, climbing Island Peak at an altitude of 6160 meters in April and Mount Everest at an impressive altitude of 8100 meters in May. Her determination and resilience earned her recognition. As the ambassador of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign in Madhya Pradesh, Megha empowers girls and women and inspires the next generation.
Manisha Waghmare
At the age of 34, Manisha Waghmare achieved a remarkable victory on the summit of Mount Everest, overcoming numerous challenges with her six companions. Hailing from Parbhani, Manisha’s passion for sports and her dedication to volleyball, instilled in her by her father, led her to become a state-level volleyball player. Currently, she serves as the head of the sports department at Indira Bai Pathak Women’s College in Aurangabad. Her achievements in adventure sports earned her the prestigious Shiv Chhatrapati Award. To hone her skills for climbing, she underwent training with the Indian Cadet Force (ICF) in Aurangabad. Her successful ascent of Mount Everest stands as a shining example of determination and courage, inspiring others to pursue their dreams.
Bhagwan Chawle
In May 2018, Bhagwan Chawle achieved a significant feat by reaching the summit of Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain. Balancing his professional career as a Development Officer at LIC Pune with his passion for mountaineering, Bhagwan’s journey began with a basic mountaineering course at Jawahar. The Mountaineering Institute in 2015 set the stage for his future achievements. Before conquering Everest, he had climbed several important peaks in the Himalayas and Sahyadri region, showing his diverse mountaineering experience. Bhagwan Chawle’s relentless pursuit of challenges and unwavering dedication exemplify his spirit of adventure and determination. His achievements inspire aspiring climbers, showing that passion and persistence can take one to incredible heights.
Colonel Ranveer Jamwal
Col Ranveer Singh Jamwal is a mountaineer extraordinaire and a true pioneer who has achieved the distinction of being the first Indian Army officer to conquer all seven peaks. Col Jammwal became the first Indian to scale Mount Everest thrice, apart from scaling all seven summits around the world. His exploits earned him “The Tenzing Award” in 2013. Recipient of seven Indian Army awards, including the highest gallantry award and the Vishisht Seva Medal, his valiant efforts and extraordinary skills continue to inspire fellow soldiers and mountaineers alike. Named the country’s top mountaineer in 2017 by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation, Col Ranveer Singh Jamwal is a true role model for aspiring mountaineers and soldiers across India, who inspire the nation with his indomitable courage.
Satyarup Siddhanta
On 15 January 2019, Satyarup Siddhant created history by becoming the youngest mountaineer and the first Indian to scale both the Seven Summits and the Volcanic Seven Summits, a remarkable feat verified by Guinness World Records. His mountaineering journey began after obtaining certification from the prestigious Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling. Beyond the Seven Peaks, Satyarup has the distinction of being the first Indian to complete the Seven Volcanic Summits, which include peaks such as Mount Sidley, Mount Giluwe and Mount Wilhelm. During his adventures, he displayed his patriotic spirit by playing the Indian national anthem on his flute in Antarctica, which was a heartfelt and historic tribute to his motherland. The achievements of Satyarup Siddhanta inspire mountaineers and adventurers around the world, reflecting the dedication, perseverance and love of exploring both mountains and volcanoes.
Premalata Agarwal
Premalata Agarwal, a former officer of Tata Steel from West Bengal, holds the extraordinary distinction of being the first Indian woman to conquer all seven continental summits, the highest peaks on each continent. Her mountaineering achievements make her a true trailblazer and an inspiration for courageous individuals around the world. At the age of 36, Premalata embarked on her mountaineering journey after a hill-climbing competition in Jamshedpur. Under the guidance of renowned mountaineer Bachendri Pal, the first Indian woman to summit Mount Everest, she honed her skills. Acknowledging her outstanding contributions, the Indian government honoured her with the prestigious Padma Shri in 2013 and the Tenzing National Adventure Award in 2017. Her accomplishments, documented in the Limca Book of Records, solidify her place in mountaineering history. Her spirit, unwavering determination, and ambitious goals serve as a source of inspiration for aspiring mountaineers. Proving that love for adventure conquers even the highest peaks, Premalata Agarwal’s dedication and courage resonate through her remarkable achievements.
