Pakistani Mountaineer Sajid Ali Sadpara Summits Mount Makalu
Sajid reached the summit of Mount Makalu at around 5am. The mountain, located in Nepal, stands at a height of 8,485 metres above sea level.
This successful ascent marked Sajid’s 10th mountain above 8,000 metres, further strengthening his record among Pakistan’s prominent high-altitude mountaineers.
Makalu is considered one of the world’s most challenging peaks because of its steep ridges, difficult terrain and extreme weather conditions faced by climbers during expeditions.
Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) congratulated Sajid on his remarkable and successful summit of Mount Makalu (8,485 metres), the fifth-highest mountain in the world. ACP President Maj Gen (retd) Irfan Arshad along with all members of the club extended heartfelt felicitations to Sajid on achieving the feat.
The statement noted that summiting one of the world’s most technically challenging peaks reflects Sajid’s courage, determination, and exceptional mountaineering skills. It added that this outstanding achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a proud moment for the entire Pakistani mountaineering community.
ACP Vice President Karrar Haidri congratulated Sajid on the successful ascent and wished him a safe descent and continued success in his future mountaineering pursuits.