Dateline Pithoragarh: In a remarkable feat of grit, strength, determination, and passion, Sheetal Raj successfully scaled Mt. Cho Oyu (8188m), 6th highest mountain in the world, located on the Tibet-Nepal border. This outstanding achievement also marks Sheetal as the first Indian woman to summit the peak, adding yet another milestone to her illustrious mountaineering career.
Her previous summits include Mt. Everest (8849m), Mt. Annapurna (8091m), Mt. Kanchenjunga (8586m), among others.
Sheetal’s achievement is more than just a personal victory—it is a powerful symbol of empowerment for women across India, particularly those from the Himalayan region. Her journey encourages young women to step into a field often dominated by men, showing them that there are no limits to what they can achieve.
Sheetal’s story is an inspiration for young women to explore the incredible beauty and challenge of the very mountains they call home. To push boundaries, and chart their own course. She instills the belief that women are equally capable of tackling the hardest, most demanding mountains—both literal and metaphorical.
The Hans Foundation India’s support has been integral to her journey. Their belief in Sheetal has helped her push boundaries and break records on the global mountaineering stage. Ethical Himalaya, with their unwavering commitment to responsible and sustainable exploration, has been another cornerstone of her success.
Sheetal Raj’s triumph brings pride to the nation and paves the way for future generations of female mountaineers to dream big, push higher, and move onwards and upwards breaking down barriers. As she puts it, “Dream big, hold your belief, stay focused and work hard without any fear of stopping you to reach the summit and the world is yours.”
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