Published on, Aug. 24 -- August 24, 2025 12:58 PM

Pakistani climbers have successfully conquered Tirich Mir, the highest peak of the Hindu Kush range, standing at 7,708 metres. Under the patronage of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, the seven-member team raised the national flag proudly at the summit. The climbers began their journey from Chitral Valley on August 5, enduring severe weather conditions, dangerous glaciers, and snow-packed ridges throughout the challenging expedition.

Despite facing blizzards and freezing winds, Sarbaz Khan and Abid Baig from Gilgit-Baltistan became the first to reach the peak, while other teammates bravely climbed to 7,300 metres before storms forced them back. The team included Director of Tourism Auth...