In a remarkable feat of mountaineering, a 15-member team from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS) has successfully scaled an unnamed peak in the Gorichen range of the Eastern Himalayas. Standing at an impressive height of 20,942 feet, this previously unclimbed summit, now named "Tsangyang Gyatso Peak," pays tribute to the 6th Dalai Lama, Rigzen Tsangyang Gyatso.

The expedition, which began on September 7, took 15 days to complete. Led by Army Colonel Ranveer Singh Jamwal, the team embarked from NIMAS’s campus in Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh. They faced numerous challenges, including steep ice walls, treacherous crevasses, and navigating a daunting 2-kilometer-long glacier, showcasing their skill and determination in conquering one of the region's most technically demanding peaks.

By naming the peak after Rigzen Tsangyang Gyatso, NIMAS aims to honor the Dalai Lama's enduring wisdom and his significant contributions to the Monpa community, which is one of the most populous tribal groups in the northeastern region of India. The successful ascent not only marks a significant achievement for the team but also highlights the cultural heritage of the area.

NIMAS has communicated the expedition's success to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation, and efforts are underway to ensure that Tsangyang Gyatso Peak is officially recognized on maps, solidifying its place in the annals of mountaineering history.