Meet Anshu Jamsenpa, First Indian Woman To Climb Mount Everest 5 Times

Meet Anshu Jamsenpa a symbol of zeal and determination inspiring millions of Indian women. She is an inspiration to all women and the young generation of today. 

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Anshu Jamsenpa, hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, has etched her name in history as the first Indian woman to conquer Mount Everest not once, not twice, but an incredible five times. Her remarkable feat is a testament to her unwavering determination, resilience, and passion for mountaineering. Under the theme of International Women's Day 2024, Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress, let us take a sneak peek into the inspiring journey of Anshu Jamsenpa.

Anshu Jamsenpa's Life And Family

Born and raised in Bomdila, a small town in Arunachal Pradesh, Anshu developed a deep-seated love for the mountains from a young age. Anshu Jamsenpa, daughter of an Indo-Tibetan Border Police officer, developed a keen interest in mountaineering after marrying Tsering Wange. She is a mother of two teenage daughters. Hailing from remote Northeast India, Anshu Jamsenpa has been a driving force behind adventure sports and tourism in the Northeast region of India.

Anshu Jamsenpa's Journey As Mountaineer

Anshu Jamsenpa's Journey As Mountaineer

Anshu's first ascent of Mount Everest came in 2011 when she successfully reached the summit, becoming the first woman from Arunachal Pradesh to achieve this remarkable feat. However, she didn't stop there. In a display of unparalleled courage and perseverance, in 2017, she achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the first woman worldwide to scale Mount Everest twice in a single season, accomplishing this feat within an astonishing five-day span. This remarkable achievement marked her fifth successful summit of the world's tallest peak, solidifying her status as the Indian woman with the most ascents of Mount Everest.

Anshu's journey to the summit of Mount Everest is not without its challenges. Battling harsh weather conditions, treacherous terrain, and altitude sickness, she has faced numerous obstacles along the way. Yet, it is her high spirit, unwavering resolve, and sheer passion for mountaineering that have propelled her to new heights of success.

Anshu Jamsenpa's Achievements

Anshu Jamsenpa's Achievements

Talking about achievements, she is the fastestwoman mountaineerin the world to summit Mt Everest twice in 5 days. She is the first woman in the world to do two double ascents of Mt Everest and she is also the first Indian woman in the world to summit Mt Everest five times.

She starred as the female lead in the acclaimed feature film ‘Crossing Bridges’, which garnered multiple awards, including the prestigious National Film Award.

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Other Major Awards Received By Anshu Jamsenpa

1. In 2021, Anshu Jamsenpa was honoured with India's Padma Shri, the nation's fourth-highest civilian award.

2. On January 31, 2012, she made history by becoming the first person from Arunachal Pradesh to be featured in the Limca Book of World Records.

3. Anshu Jamsenpa was appointed as a Global Brand Ambassador for the ‘Earth Anthem’ on May 26, 2014, during a ceremony at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.

4. On June 2, 2012, she received the Woman Achiever of the Year 2011-12 award from the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) in Guwahati.

5. On February 20, 2012, she was honoured with the Arunachal Pradesh State Gold Medal by Union Defence Minister AK Anthony during the Arunachal Statehood Day Celebration in Itanagar.

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Anshu Jamsenpa Inspiring Millions of Women Mountaineers

Beyond her achievements, Anshu Jamsenpa serves as an inspiration and role model for women across India and beyond. Her triumphs shatter stereotypes and demonstrate that with dedication, perseverance, and courage, women can conquer even the tallest mountains.

As she continues to push the boundaries of mountaineering and inspire future generations of adventurers, Anshu Jamsenpa's legacy will be known forever. Her extraordinary achievements serve as a reminder that with determination and resilience, the sky is truly the limit.

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