Mountaineers halting retrieval of deceased Indian mountaineers from Mount Everest

In the heart of the Himalayas, Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, has once again claimed lives. This season, three mountaineers have lost their lives, including Subhash Pal from Australia and Goutam Ghosh from the Netherlands, who succumbed to altitude sickness. Paresh Nath, another climber, was found near the South Col on May 27, at an altitude of 8,000 meters.

The tragic events occurred near the summit of Mount Everest on May 21, when Nath and Ghosh lost contact with their team. Despite extensive search efforts, rescue operations have been called off due to unfavourable weather conditions. The recovery of their bodies has been postponed until the next season.

The South Col marks the beginning of Mount Everest's "death zone," a notorious area known for its difficult terrain and thin air, which raises the risk of altitude sickness. The Balcony, a mid-way stop between the South Col and the summit, is where Goutam Ghosh's body was spotted on the same day.

The Government of Nepal, responsible for issuing climbing permits for foreigners, has granted 289 permits this season, regulated by Nepal's Department of Tourism. A total of 400 people, including over 150 foreigners, have summited Everest this season, an achievement expected to boost the Nepalese mountaineering industry.

Last year, an earthquake-triggered avalanche at Everest base camp claimed the lives of 18 people, causing many to flee. However, the industry has shown resilience, with Nepal issuing 289 permits for this year's spring climbing season. The successful summits this season are expected to further boost the industry, which is a major revenue-earner for Nepal.

Despite these tragedies, the Nepalese mountaineering industry continues to thrive, offering opportunities for adventure seekers from around the world. For more information about mountaineering in Nepal, visit ourwebsite.com.

Our thoughts are with the families and friends of the deceased climbers during this difficult time.

Mountaineers halting retrieval of deceased Indian mountaineers from Mount Everest