New Delhi, May 23 -- In a remarkable display of endurance and mountaineering excellence, the Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday added another milestone to its legacy by successfully scaling Mount Lhotse, the world's fourth-highest peak, standing at 8,516 metres.

The feat was achieved on May 23, at around 5.20 am IST, as part of the Force's Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

The five-member expedition team was led by Deputy Commandant Lovraj Dharamshaktu, a seasoned mountaineer, along with constables Vikash Singh Rawat, Anwar Hussain, Mahaveer Prasad, and Mohan Singh.

Battling extreme weather conditions and the challenges of high-altitude climbing, the BSF said in a statement, the team successfully reached the summit, marking a proud mo...