A woman from Uttar Pradesh, Divya Singh, has created history by becoming the first Indian female cyclist to reach Everest Base Camp. She completed this extremely difficult journey in just 14 days, cycling from Kathmandu to an altitude of over 17,500 feet.
Divya Singh, a 28-year-old teacher from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, has created history by becoming the first Indian woman and second woman globally to reach Mount Everest Base Camp on a bicycle. Starting her journey from Kathmandu, she completed the challenging expedition in 14 days, reaching an altitude of 17,560 feet.
Throughout the journey, she endured extreme conditions, including temperatures as low as –12°C, low oxygen levels, and strong winds. Cycling for 10–12 hours daily, she navigated steep climbs and rugged terrain. In particularly difficult stretches, she carried her bicycle on her shoulders rather than stopping.
Her route passed through demanding locations such as Saleri, Surke, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Lobuche, and Gorakshep before reaching the base camp.
A video of her achievement, shared by Uma Singh on Instagram, shows Divya standing beside her bicycle, proudly holding the Indian tricolour against the Himalayan backdrop.
The post hailed her achievement as a proud moment for Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, and the entire nation.
