Indian Alpine Club

26/08/2026

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20/08/2026

In just 40 minutes, Nirmal Purja’s last known position changed from 6,659 meters to 5,891 meters across one of the most unforgiving sections of Broad Peak.
This wasn’t an ordinary slope. It was a maze of glaciers, towering seracs, deep crevasses, and terrain exceeding 50°, where every step demands absolute focus and every decision can determine whether you return home.
High-altitude mountaineering is often portrayed through summit photos. What people rarely see is the immense objective danger that exists long before the summit is reached.
This analysis isn’t about sensationalizing tragedy. It’s about understanding the reality of climbing in the death zone and honoring those who dedicate their lives to the world’s highest mountains.
May all those who lost their lives on Broad Peak be remembered not only for how they died, but for how courageously they lived.
The mountain always has the final word.
Rest in peace to everyone lost on Broad Peak.

01/08/2026

Nepal has lost one of its greatest mountaineers. Nirmal “Nims” Purja, the record-breaking climber who transformed modern high-altitude mountaineering and brought unprecedented global recognition to Nepali climbers, died on Broad Peak in Pakistan after being caught in an avalanche. He was 43.

Purja’s death was confirmed in a statement by Elite Expedition on its social account on Saturday. “It is with profound sadness and immense heartbreak that we confirm that Nirmal “Nimsdai” Purja tragically lost his life following the avalanche on Broad Peak,” the statement said. “We have also received confirmation that other members of the expedition sadly did not survive.’’

RIP🙏

31/07/2026

Netflix’s ‘14 Peaks’ Mountaineering Star Nirmal Purja Among 10 Feared Missing After Avalanche

31/07/2026

Netflix's '14 Peaks' Mountaineering Star Nirmal Purja Among 10 Feared Missing After Avalanche

The avalanche occured in Pakistan's Broad Peak, one of the world's highest mountains.

15/05/2026

As with many things in life, the answer to this question is not so simple. However, climbers can expect to spend anywhere between $45,000 and $76,000. Some will pay as much as $300,000+ depending on the type of expedition, what is included in the price, and the level of luxury expected.

05/05/2026

On Sunday, May 3, a 52-year-old mountain guide named Lakpa Dende Sherpa died while trekking from the village of Gorak Shep to Mount Everest Base Camp.
According to Seven Summits Treks, the outfitter that employed Lakpa Dende, he was returning to Base Camp to work for the season as a high altitude guide and mountain worker when he lost conscious and died along the two-mile route between Gorak Shep and Base Camp.
Gorak Shep, the last village before Everest, sits at 16,942 feet above sea level, and Base Camp is at 17,500 feet.
Lakpa Dende’s death marks the first for Nepal’s guiding industry during the 2026 climbing season on Mount Everest.

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