He’s not Muslim. He’s Christian. He’s not brown. He’s white. He’s also pro-Israel.
He killed people. A mass shooter. Terrorist.
Why is this not going viral?
In 2021, Nimsdai and Kili Pemba stood together with eight fellow Nepalis atop K2 singing the national anthem. Now Nimsdai and Kili Pemba are gone. This moment of unity and Nepali pride will live forever.
Before attempting Broad Peak, Nirmal Purja had written -
"If I can successfully climb Broad Peak while staying here, then only ‘Cho Oyu’ will remain. After that, I will become the first person in history to climb all 14 of the world's eight-thousanders twice without the use of supplemental oxygen."
The dream remained unfulfilled.
Challenge yourself daily.
Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.
Brother, you lived every day with one purpose—To make Nepal proud and you did. I was fortunate to call you a friend and a brother. To witness the world celebrate your extraordinary achievements. Today, Nepal has lost a hero and I have lost a brother. See you on the other side, my brother.
Our deepest condolences to Suchi bhauju,Himani and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this unimaginable time. @nimsdai
Exploring Broad Peak: The Mighty Breithorn of Baltistan! 🏔️
Rising deep within the Karakoram range, Broad Peak stands at 8,051 metres (26,414 feet). It is the world’s 12th-highest mountain, famous for its massive summit ridge that stretches over 1.5 kilometers wide.
The journey to its summit is a legendary test. Climbers must navigate steep snow slopes, unstable ice falls, and a highly exposed rocky crest leading to the true apex. The prize is reaching the peak’s highest point, offering sweeping views of the entire Godwin-Austen Glacier and K2 right opposite.
How to Reach:
Drive from Islamabad to Skardu, then take a 4x4 jeep to Askole. From there, embark on a multi-day alpine trek along the Baltoro Glacier via Concordia to reach Broad Peak Base Camp.
Best Time to Visit:
June to August! This summer window provides viable mountaineering weather. Because the peak receives extreme winter jet streams, sub-zero temperatures, and unpredictable blizzards, winter expeditions are rarely successful.
Stay Options:
Expedition tents and high-altitude wilderness camps. Stay at established hotels in Skardu or Shigar before heading out. On the mountain, overnight stays require setting up tactical alpine camps across the rugged glacier terrain.
Name Meaning:
The name is a direct translation of “Faichan Kangri,” given by early Western explorers due to its immensely wide, flat summit ridge that resembles the Breithorn mountain in Europe.
Location:
Broad Peak, Karakoram Range, Shigar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
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Before Nimsdai, completing all 14 of the world's 8,000-meter peaks was regarded as a lifetime achievement. Polish mountaineer Jerzy Kukuczka accomplished the feat in 7 years, 11 months, and 14 days, a record that stood as the benchmark until South Korea's Kim Chang-ho reduced it by just over a month. Kukuczka's legacy, however, extended far beyond speed. During his career, he pioneered 10 new routes on 8,000-meter peaks and achieved four first winter ascents, defining one of the greatest eras in mountaineering history.
Then came Nirmal "Nimsdai" Purja, bringing a bold, modern vision to Himalayan climbing. Combining meticulous planning, exceptional physical endurance, efficient logistics, fixed ropes, helicopter transfers where appropriate, supplementary oxygen, and—most importantly—the strength of an outstanding team of Nepali climbers, he redefined what many believed was possible.
In 2019, through Project Possible, Nimsdai completed all 14 eight-thousanders in just 6 months and 6 days, shattering previous records. His achievements during the project remain extraordinary: he climbed six 8,000-meter peaks in Nepal within 31 days, all five of Pakistan's 8,000-meter peaks in just 23 days, and summited Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu within only 48 hours and 30 minutes.
His climbing style has sparked discussion, as mountaineering has always debated the use of supplementary oxygen, expedition support, speed, risk, and the concept of alpine purity. Yet one fact remains beyond dispute: his impact transformed modern high-altitude mountaineering. Nimsdai demonstrated that multiple 8,000-meter peaks could be climbed within weeks rather than over many years, inspiring a new generation of climbers to pursue goals once considered unattainable.
Perhaps his greatest contribution was elevating Nepali climbers to the forefront of the global mountaineering community. For decades, they were the backbone of Himalayan expeditions, yet rarely received equal recognition. In 2021, Nimsdai stood alongside nine fellow Nepali climbers on the first winter ascent of K2, where the team reached the summit together while singing Nepal's national anthem—a defining moment in mountaineering history. Nimsdai completed that ascent without supplementary oxygen, further demonstrating his exceptional ability.
Records are meant to be broken, but true pioneers are remembered for changing the limits of human belief. Before Nimsdai, climbing all 14 eight-thousanders in less than a year seemed impossible. After Nimsdai, an entirely new generation began planning expeditions measured in months rather than years. That is the legacy of a true trailblazer—someone who didn't just break records, but forever moved the line of what humanity believed was possible.
PRAY FOT NIMSDAII AND CLIMBERS.
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nadhira al harthy first omani woman to summit Everest was an educator geographer scout leader n an inspiration across Arab world. Known for her courage n resilience she tragically lost her life on Broad Peak leaving behind a legacy that will inspire generations
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For decades the pursuit of the world’s fourteen eight-thousanders was measured in years. Then Nimsdai reduced that timeline to months and shattered the limits of what people believed possible. Some of his Records were broken, but something greater also changed: young climbers and ordinary dreamers began to see the impossible as a challenge they could one day face themselves. He is a trendsetter of modern mountaineering who redefined speed, style, and ambition in high-altitude mountaineering.
One of the moments that best captured Nimsdai’s spirit came in 2021, during the historic first winter ascent of K2. He and nine fellow Nepali climbers waited just below the summit, joined together and stepped onto the top as one team while singing Nepal’s national anthem. Nims climbed without supplementary oxygen. It was more than a summit, it was a powerful declaration of Nepali courage, unity and pride that will never be forgotten.
Beyond records and summits, Nims never forgot the people who carried the weight of mountaineering far from the spotlight. He repeatedly recognised the porters and support staff whose strength and sacrifice make Himalayan expeditions possible. The Porter House in Lobuche stands as a lasting expression of that respect. He also revealed to the world the extraordinary skill, dignity, and courage of Nepali climbers, qualities that have too often been overlooked or forgotten in commercial high-altitude expeditions.
Nims lived boldly and dreamed beyond accepted limits. He made the world understand that Nepali climbers were not supporting characters, they were the heroes of their own stories.
Everest Today extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, teammates and everyone whose life he touched. Rest in peace, Nimsdai. ཨོཾ་མ་ཎི་པདྨེ་ཧཱུྃ!