Naila Kiani: Pakistan's First Woman to Summit Nepal’s Annapurna
Naila Kiani has made history as a renowned Pakistani female mountaineer, becoming the first woman from Pakistan to summit the formidable Annapurna in Nepal.
On Monday morning, Naila, along with her six-member team, achieved this accomplishment by waving the Pakistani flag at the staggering height of 8,091 meters in Nepal. The news of her conquering Annapurna was officially announced by her expedition organizers, Seven Summit Treks.
This momentous achievement also marks Naila Kiani's fourth successful summit of peaks that exceed 8,000 meters, a remarkable feat that has established her as the first Pakistani woman mountaineer to achieve this milestone. Before this achievement, she had summited K2, G1, and G2, showcasing her unstoppable spirit and determination to conquer some of the most challenging mountains.
As she sets her sights on scaling Mount Everest (8,849 m), the tallest mountain in the world, and Lhotse, the fourth tallest mountain at 8,516 meters, Naila has proven herself as a true inspiration to all mountaineers.
Moreover, she is part of a six-member team that includes two other Pakistanis and Arjun Vajpayee from India.
Naila Kiani's incredible achievements in mountaineering have also earned her recognition from the highest office in Pakistan. In December 2021, the President of Pakistan also presented her with an award for her outstanding contributions to mountaineering.
It is clear that Naila Kiani's persistent passion and relentless pursuit of her dreams have cemented her place in the annals of mountaineering history.
