Sikkim mountaineer Tshering Choden scales Europe's highest peak Mount Elbrus
Gangtok, July 5
Sikkim mountaineer Tshering Choden has successfully scaled Russia's Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, on Sunday.
She achieved the feat at around 7:30 am (local time) today, the Sikkim Mountaineering Association (SMA) said in a statement.
The successful ascent marks a significant milestone in her mountaineering journey and brings her one step closer to completing the prestigious Seven Summits challenge, which involves climbing the highest mountain on each of the seven continents, the statement said.
Mount Elbrus is Tshering Choden's second successful summit in the Seven Summits mission. She had earlier climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, in August 2025.
Her latest achievement is a proud moment for Sikkim and reflects her determination, endurance, and commitment to high-altitude mountaineering. As she continues her quest to conquer the world's highest continental peaks, her accomplishment is expected to inspire aspiring climbers and adventure enthusiasts across the state and beyond, the statement said.
With two of the Seven Summits now completed, Tshering Choden moves closer to joining the elite group of mountaineers who have accomplished one of the world's most challenging climbing feats.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Two down, five to go! Seven Summits is a dream for any serious mountaineer. I hope the government of Sikkim and India support her financially for the remaining climbs - these expeditions cost crores. She deserves all the backing she can get. 🇮🇳
So amazing! I'm from Gangtok and this is huge for our small state. We usually hear about mountaineers from Darjeeling or Nepal, so seeing Tshering Choden climb Elbrus makes me feel proud. The cold in Sikkim might have prepared her well for Russia! 😄
Fantastic achievement, but I hope this doesn't turn into another case where our athletes struggle for recognition after initial success. The Seven Summits challenge is brutal - she'll need proper acclimatization, gear, and support for Everest, Denali, and Vinson Massif. Let's celebrate now but also plan ahead for her safety.
What a wonderful story to start Monday with! 🇮🇳 Tshering Choden is living proof that Indian women can conquer any peak. The fact that she's doing this from Sikkim, which is often overlooked in mainstream media, makes it even more special. Kudos to her and the Sikkim Mountaineering Association for supporting this.
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