Shimla, Oct. 29 -- An Australian paraglider, who crashed near near the Seven Sisters Peak located at an altitude of 13,500 feet in Manali subdivision of Himachal's Kullu district, on Monday, has been rescued after 20 hours.

The paraglider, identified as Andy, 51, from Australia, had crashed due to air pressure and adverse weather conditions, the officials said on Tuesday.

The paraglider pilot flying with him witnessed the accident and informed the rescue team and requested assistance.

Both the pilots had come from Bir Billing in Kangra district to Manali and were flying back to Bir Billing when the crash took place.

A rescue team was dispatched immediately on Monday evening to rescue Andy, who was trapped in the inaccessible hills.

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