ISLAMABAD: Naila Kiani and Samina Baig Sunday became the first Pakistani women to scale the majestic Nanga Parbat, standing tall at an inspirational height of 8,125 metres. “Naila climbed Nanga Parbat at 10:18 am today [Sunday],” Secretary Alpine Club of Pakistan, Karrar Haidri, said.
Naila has now ascended seven of the enormous 8,000-metre peaks on the planet, establishing her as one of the most talented climbers of our time. The legendary Everest, the difficult K2, the commanding Lhotse, the perilous Annapurna, the elusive G1, and the G2 are just a few of the mountains she has conquered before.
Numerous mountaineers and adventure fans all over the world are inspired by Naila Kiani’s strong resolve, unmatched abilities, and unwavering attitude.
“Naila serves as a bright example of how people can overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles,” Haidri added. Naila’s feat was followed by Samina Baig, who, along with compatriot man mountaineer Rizwan Dad, summited the peak at 11:08 am on July 2.
Meanwhile, eight other climbers also made it to the top of the peak. Eid Muhammad, Ahmed Baig, Waqar Ali, Saeed Karim, Liaqat Karim, and Shah Daulat ascended the peak without supplemental oxygen.
Wajid Nagri and Suzzane also climbed the peak.
