Naila Kiani, a Pakistani mountaineer, made history on Sunday by becoming the first Pakistani woman to successfully summit Nanga Parbat.
Naila Kiani was one of about 40 climbers—local and foreign adventurers—who set out on the difficult journey to summit the daunting Nanga Parbat, sometimes known as the “Killer Mountain” because of its treacherous terrain and high fatality rate.
Nanga Parbat, which towers to an impressive 8,126 meters in height, presents a difficult ascent that is risky due to unstable glaciers, avalanches, and unpredictably bad weather.
Wajidullah Nagar and Samina Baig were two of the Pakistani climbers in the group, and they both demonstrated their extraordinary abilities and tenacity during the journey.
Karrar Haidri, the secretary of the Pakistan Alpine Club, acknowledged Naila Kiani’s outstanding accomplishment, saying, “Today, on July 2, 2023, at 10:18 am, Naila Kiani successfully reached the majestic summit of Nanga Parbat, marking her as the first Pakistani woman to conquer this formidable peak.”
He further added, “With this accomplishment, Naila has now conquered seven out of the world’s towering 8,000-meter peaks, solidifying her position as one of the most talented climbers of our time. Her impressive feats include scaling legendary Mount Everest, the challenging K2, the commanding Lhotse, the perilous Annapurna, and the elusive G1 and G2.”
Numerous mountaineers and adventure seekers all around the world continue to be inspired by Naila Kiani’s unrelenting drive, unparalleled skills, and indomitable spirit. She is a brilliant example of how people can persevere and be courageous in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
It is noteworthy that renowned Pakistani mountaineer Sajid Sadpara previously scaled Nanga Parbat without the use of extra oxygen or sherpas, highlighting the incredible accomplishments of Pakistani climbers on some of the most difficult peaks in the world.
