BSF All Women Mountaineering Expedition – 2024: Conquering Mount Mukut East
In a historic feat, the Border Security Force (BSF) has launched its first-ever all-women mountaineering expedition to Mount Mukut East, one of the toughest peaks in the Himalayas. The expedition, flagged off on August 5, 2024, by Anurag Garg, IPS, Additional Director General, BSF Headquarters, New Delhi, aims to promote women empowerment, environmental conservation, and national pride.
Mount Mukut East stands tall at 7130 meters (23,392 feet) above sea level, making it a formidable challenge for even the most experienced climbers. The 12-women team, led by their unwavering spirit and determination, will embark on a journey to hoist the National Tricolor and BSF flag on the summit.
The expedition seeks to achieve multiple objectives, including promoting women empowerment and inspiring the younger generation to realize their dreams, conveying the message of environmental conservation through the “Swachh Bharat-Swachh Himalaya” and “Hum Fit To Bharat Fit” campaigns, developing qualities like leadership, camaraderie, discipline, and self-confidence among the team members, and collecting trash from high-altitude camps and promoting responsible mountaineering practices.
This expedition marks a significant milestone in the history of central armed police forces, showcasing the capabilities and determination of women in the BSF. The team’s success will not only be a testament to their strength and resilience but also a source of inspiration for generations to come.
The expedition will take place from August 5 to September 15, 2024. The team will face numerous challenges, including extreme weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and high-altitude sickness. However, their unwavering commitment to the mission and to each other will drive them forward.
The BSF All Women Mountaineering Expedition – 2024 is a groundbreaking initiative that embodies the spirit of adventure, empowerment, and environmental conservation. As the team embarks on this extraordinary journey, they will not only conquer Mount Mukut East but also inspire a nation to strive for greatness.
