Uttar Pradesh
Divya Singh Becomes First Indian Woman to Cycle to Everest Base Camp
- 09 Apr 2026
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Divya Singh, a 28-year-old teacher from Gorakhpur, created history by becoming the first Indian woman to cycle to the Everest Base Camp.
Key Points
- Historic Achievement: Divya Singh became the first Indian woman and the second woman globally to reach Everest Base Camp by bicycle.
- She is a school teacher by profession.
- She completed the challenging expedition in 14 days, cycling through rugged Himalayan terrain from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp.
- Altitude: The base camp is located at an altitude of about 17,560 feet (5,364 metres) above sea level.
- Challenges: During the journey, she faced extreme cold (around −12°C), low oxygen levels, strong winds, and steep mountain trails, often cycling for 10–12 hours daily.
- Route: Her journey passed through difficult Himalayan locations such as Saleri, Surke, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Lobuche, and Gorakshep.
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