Kaamya Karthikeyan, a 16-year-old student of class XII at Navy Children School in Mumbai, achieved a remarkable feat alongside her father, Cdr S Karthikeyan of the Indian Navy. The duo successfully summited Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, standing tall at 8,849 meters, on May 20th, as announced by the Western Naval Command of the Indian Navy.
Their journey began in Kathmandu on April 6, marking the commencement of a seven-week expedition aimed at reaching the summit of Mount Everest. With each step, Kamya and her father epitomize the spirit of adventure and perseverance, inspiring countless individuals to dream big and pursue their passions relentlessly.
Having conquered five peaks prior to her recent triumph on Mount Everest, Kamya’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Her list of conquests includes Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 meters), Europe’s towering Mount Elbrus (5,642 meters), and Australia’s highest summit, Mount Kosciuszko (2,228 meters). These feats alone showcase her exceptional skill and determination.
In 2017, Kamya made waves as the second-youngest girl globally to trek to the Everest Base Camp, marking the beginning of her illustrious mountaineering career. Subsequently, she earned the title of the youngest woman worldwide to successfully summit the 20,000-foot Mount Stoke—an achievement that underscored her passion and prowess in scaling challenging terrains.
As they ascend to the highest peaks, Kamya and her father embody the values of courage, resilience, and determination—qualities that define true adventurers. Their expedition serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for aspiring mountaineers worldwide, illustrating the power of perseverance and the boundless possibilities that lie beyond the horizon.