UP woman Divya Singh scripts history, reaches Everest Base Camp by bicycle; cycled for 10–12 hours daily amidst icy winds
Divya Singh, a 28-year-old teacher from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, became the first Indian woman to cycle from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp. Starting her journey from Kathmandu, she successfully reached the base camp at an altitude of 17,560 feet on April 5 after a gruelling 14-day expedition.
She traversed the route amidst icy winds, dwindling oxygen levels, and rugged mountain trails. She covered the distance of 17,560 feet (5,364 meters) from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp.
Divya cycled for approximately 10–12 hours daily in temperatures of -12°C. On sections of the route where the terrain was extremely difficult, Divya carried her bicycle on her shoulders.
She cycled through rugged mountain paths, including steep climbs and uneven trails. Her path from Kathmandu included difficult stretches through Saleri, Surke, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Lobuche, and finally Gorakshep before reaching the base camp.
A video documenting her arrival at the base camp was shared by Uma Singh on Instagram. In the footage, Divya stands beside her bicycle, holding the Indian tricolour against a striking mountain backdrop.
"Congratulations Divya Singh; you have become the first woman of India to reach Everest Base Camp by bicycle. It's a proud moment for our Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India," the video was captioned on Instagram.