GIlGIT, Jul 29 (APP): In a groundbreaking achievement Sultana Nasab from GB Pakistan a member of the first women’s expedition team successfully summited K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, on early Monday morning.
Sultana, who hails from Upper Hunza Gojal became the only female member of the expedition to reach the summit, shattering glass ceilings and inspiring a nation.
The expedition team led by renowned mountaineer Sirbaz Khan included seven other climbers who successfully reached the summit. However, Sultana’s achievement stands out as a testament to her determination and resilience.
Senior Journalist from Gilgit Baltistan Abdul Rehman Bukhari said “Sultana’s summit of K2 marks a historic moment for Pakistan, highlighting the country’s potential in producing world-class mountaineers. He added that her achievement is a source of pride for the nation and a beacon of hope for aspiring female climbers.
“Sultana’s achievement is a tribute to women empowerment and a testament to the fact that with determination and hard work, women can achieve anything they set their minds to”Bukhari added.
He said her achievement will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of mountaineers, both men and women. The expedition was organized by the Force Command Northern Areas (FCNA) and led by Sirbaz Khan, who has summited 13 eight-thousanders globally and 11 without supplemental oxygen. This was his third successful summit of K2.
The team of summit climbers included Sirbaz Khan ( team leader), Abdul Joshi, Ejaz Karim, Faryad, Sherzad Karim,Ali Muhammad Sarpara, Muhammad Ali Sarpara,Sultana Nasab,A Tribute to Women Empowerment.
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