CHITRAL, August 2, 2025 — A group of climbers from Shimshal Valley has claimed to have successfully summited Terichmir, the highest peak of the Hindu Kush range, as part of their “Summit for Climate Change” expedition.
Rising to 7,708 meters (25,289 feet), Terichmir is Pakistan’s highest peak outside the Karakoram and one of the most challenging climbs in the region. The climbers said their mission was not only to reach the summit but also to raise awareness about the growing impact of climate change on northern mountain ecosystems.
The team, comprising Abdul Joshi, Hameed Ullah, Faryad Karim Shimshali, Mansoor Karim Shimshali, and Nisar Joshi, reportedly raised the national flag at the top. They shared that the expedition was a symbolic call to action, highlighting the vulnerability of glaciers and mountain communities.
Speaking to media, team leader Abdul Joshi stated, “This climb was a message — our glaciers are melting, and the world needs to listen.”
While their claim is being celebrated widely across the country, formal verification from mountaineering authorities is awaited. If confirmed, the summit would mark a major milestone for Pakistani climbers and further promote Chitral as a destination for adventure and environmental awareness.