<p>Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh, on September 25, 2026, flagged-in the First Ascent Mountaineering Expedition that scripted history by summiting 20 unclimbed peaks above 6,000 meters in Ladakh in just 23 days. This is the first-ever recorded summits of 20 unclimbed peaks in Chamser-Lungser, Gyama Nala and ⁠Chokula areas in Ladakh Range. The expedition was undertaken by a team of 20 highly skilled climbers from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS), Dirang, led by Col Ranveer Singh Jamwal.</p>
<p>Interacting with the expedition team, Raksha Mantri commended the courage and determination of the climbers in accomplishing the historic feat. He described the expedition as a demonstration of India&#8217;s mountaineering excellence and leadership in adventure sports.<img class="alignnone wp-image-66343 size-full" src="https://insidernewstoday.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PIC4_copy_800x580.webp" alt="" width="800" height="580" /></p>
<p>Terming the climbers as a source of inspiration, Rajnath Singh added that the successful ascents set new benchmarks and would encourage young mountaineers across the country to pursue adventure &; exploration and make the nation proud.</p>
<p>The expedition showcased exceptional planning, technical expertise, endurance and teamwork. It reflected the nation’s capabilities in high-altitude mountaineering, strengthening its presence on the global mountaineering map. It was organised to promote the spirit of adventure &; exploration in the high-altitude frontiers and inspire future generations of mountaineers.</p>
<p>Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar and other senior officials of the Ministry of Defence were also present during the flag-in ceremony at Kartavya Bhavan-2 in New Delhi.</p>

