Archive · 12 Dec 2025
Himalayan Institute Honors Sherpas on Mountain Day
On International Mountain Day, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling honored Sherpas, the hardworking climbers who help with tasks like pitching tents and fixing ropes.
They gave out special badges to 31 people, including Sherpas and other climbers.
The institute's principal said this recognition was long overdue.
One Sherpa, Migma, shared his journey from being a young porter to a skilled climber.
He hopes this recognition will inspire new Sherpas.
The HMI was started in 1954 after Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary climbed Everest.
The institute wants to strengthen its connection with the Sherpa community.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute honored Sherpas on International Mountain Day.
31 Everesters, including Sherpas and other climbers, received the Everest Honour Badge.
Sherpas were recognized for their crucial roles in mountaineering expeditions.
Migma Sherpa, an eight-time Everest climber, shared his journey from porter to skilled climber.
The HMI was established in 1954 after Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary's historic Everest ascent.
- Who
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) and Sherpas
- What
- Honoring Sherpas for their contributions to mountaineering
- When
- On International Mountain Day
- Where
- Darjeeling, India
- Why
- To recognize the crucial role of Sherpas in mountaineering expeditions
- Event
- International Mountain Day
- Organization
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI)
- Location
- Darjeeling
- Award
- Everest Honour Badge
- Recipients
- 31 Everesters, including Sherpas and other climbers
- HMI Establishment Year
- 1954
- Founders' Historic Climb
- 1953 Everest ascent by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary