Tsangyang Gyatso Peak Scaled in Arunachal

A team from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS) successfully scaled an unnamed and unclimbed peak in the Tawang-West Kameng region of Arunachal Pradesh on September 25. The nearly 21,000-feet-high mountain had never been climbed before, and the NIMAS team completed the challenging ascent.

Located in the Gorichen range of the Himalayas, the peak has been named “Tsangyang Gyatso Peak” in honor of the 6th Dalai Lama, Rigzen Tsangyang Gyatso. NIMAS chose this name to pay tribute to the Dalai Lama’s contribution to the Monpa community of Arunachal Pradesh, the only nomadic tribe in Northeast India.

During the historic climb, the team faced immense challenges, including sheer ice walls, dangerous crevasses, and a 2-kilometer-long glacier. This remarkable journey not only highlights Arunachal Pradesh’s rich cultural heritage but also positions the region as a key destination for mountaineering and adventure sports, attracting explorers and adventure enthusiasts worldwide.

NIMAS has informed the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) about the successful ascent and the decision to name the peak. The formalities are now underway to ensure “Tsangyang Gyatso Peak” is recognized on official maps.