Bengaluru, Jan 12 (.) Noted Indian mountaineer Aritra Roy has successfully summited Mt. Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest peak outside Asia, at 6,967.15 meters above Mean Sea Level.
The solo expedition, fully sponsored by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), marks a significant milestone in Roy’s ambitious seven-summits challenge following his ascent of Mount Everest.
Roy reached the summit on January 7 at 2:00 PM local time after a strenuous 44-km trek in extreme conditions including temperatures of -40°C, snowstorms, and blizzards. He spent 45 minutes at the summit before beginning his descent.
Dr D K Sunil, CMD of HAL, congratulated the mountaineer, saying, “The successful summit of Mount Aconcagua by Aritra Roy is an inspiring story of determination, resilience, and unwavering focus. HAL is proud to have sponsored the expedition and congratulates Aritra on this outstanding accomplishment. We wish him continued success in his future endeavours.”
Aritra, reflecting on his achievement, said, “Ascending the Stone Sentinel, one gasp of thin Andean air at a time, was a test of faith and a deeply humbling moment. I am proud, honoured, and indebted to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for supporting me on this mission. The climb tested every ounce of my physical and mental strength, but by adapting to the situation and trusting my instincts, I overcame this toughest challenge. I dedicate this summit to everyone who dares to dream big and work relentlessly towards their goals.”
This ascent further strengthens Aritra’s record as one of India’s leading mountaineers, adding Aconcagua to his growing list of high-altitude achievements.
. . ARN