Nepali Sherpa Kami Rita Reaches Everest Summit 31st Time, Sets New Record

Nepali Sherpa climbers continue to set remarkable records on Mount Everest, highlighting their crucial role in high-altitude mountaineering and Nepal's tourism industry. Tashi Gyalzen Sherpa recently made history by summiting Everest four times within 15 days, a feat he meticulously planned and executed in 2025. Meanwhile, veteran Sherpa guide Kami Rita extended his own world record by reaching the summit for the 31st time, leading an Indian Army expedition, and reinforcing his status as the highest number of Everest ascents by any individual. His closest competitor, Pasang Dawa Sherpa, has summited 29 times, while British climber Kenton Cool holds the non-Sherpa record with 19 ascents. The growing number of climbers has raised concerns about overcrowding and environmental impact, prompting Nepalese authorities to implement measures such as requiring climbers to remove their waste. These achievements underscore both the physical endurance of the Sherpa community and the economic importance of mountaineering to Nepal.