Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Hyderabad Boy, 7, Completes Blindfolded Rappelling, Sets Record
A young boy named Advik from India did something super cool!
He climbed down a tall cliff blindfolded, going down 155 feet!
This was at a special mountain in Tamil Nadu, where other people have done amazing things before.
Everyone was impressed because he wasn't scared and finished the climb really fast.
He's now a record holder!
Advik's coaches think he's so good, they might take him to climb a part of Mount Everest.
His parents and coaches are making sure he is safe and having fun while he continues to climb.
A seven-year-old boy from Hyderabad set a world record by completing a blindfolded 155-foot rappelling descent.
Advik Bhammarkar achieved the feat at Malaipattu Mountain in Tamil Nadu, earning a Nobel World Record title.
Advik's coach noted his exceptional courage, as he showed no fear during the descent.
The descent was completed in 4 minutes and 48 seconds under the supervision of officials and media.
Coaches are recommending him for the Everest Base Camp Expedition in September 2025.
- Who
- Advik Bhammarkar, a seven-year-old boy from Hyderabad.
- What
- A seven-year-old boy completed a 155-foot blindfolded rappelling descent, earning a Nobel World Record title.
- When
- June 15, 2025
- Where
- Malaipattu Mountain in Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- Advik's early passion for adventure and exceptional ability led to the record-breaking descent.
Safety Concerns
Parental Oversight
Safety vs. Adventure
Safety Concerns
Some relatives and possibly others may question the safety of such activities for a young child.
Parental Oversight
Advik's father prioritizes safety, testing equipment himself and ensuring parental consent.
- Name
- Advik Bhammarkar
- Age
- 7
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Event
- 155-foot blindfolded rappelling descent
- Location of Event
- Malaipattu Mountain, Tamil Nadu
- Time of descent
- 4 minutes and 48 seconds
- Coach
- R. Thirulogachandran