In an inspiring achievement, three Pakistani mountaineers successfully climbed Nanga Parbat — one of the highest and most dangerous mountains in the world — within just 24 hours.
One of the climbers, Suhail Sakhi from Hunza, stood out by reaching the 8,126-meter summit without using any supplemental oxygen. This makes his accomplishment even more remarkable, as climbing at such high altitudes without extra oxygen is extremely challenging and risky.
Before Suhail, two other climbers, Dr. Rana Hassan Javed and Ali Hassan, also completed their summit of Nanga Parbat during the same 24-hour period. Their combined efforts mark a proud moment for Pakistan’s mountaineering community.
For Suhail Sakhi, this is not his first major achievement. Nanga Parbat is now the fourth peak above 8,000 meters that he has conquered — and all without the use of oxygen. He has previously scaled K2, Gasherbrum I, and Gasherbrum II, which are among the toughest mountains in the world.
Suhail’s courage, stamina, and passion continue to inspire people not just in Pakistan but around the world. His achievements highlight the strength and potential of Pakistani climbers, bringing attention to the country’s growing presence in the world of high-altitude mountaineering.
