Archive · 17 Dec 2025

Sikkim Climber Manita Pradhan Scales Mt Vinson Massif

Sikkim Climber Manita Pradhan Scales Mt Vinson Massif

Manita Pradhan, a 42-year-old woman from Sikkim, India, has climbed a very tall and difficult mountain in Antarctica called Mount Vinson Massif.

This mountain is over 16,000 feet tall and is known for its very cold weather and tough climbing conditions.

By climbing this mountain, Manita has now climbed six out of seven very tall mountains on different continents.

Her goal is to climb the tallest mountain on each continent, which is called the Seven Summits Project.

Next, she plans to climb Puncak Jaya, also known as the Carstenz Pyramid, in Oceania.

Manita has climbed many famous mountains before, including Mount Everest, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Elbrus, Mount Denali, and Mount Aconcagua.

She is the first woman from Sikkim to climb Mount Everest after its height was officially changed.

Many people, including other climbers, are inspired by her achievements.

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