Islamabad, Aug 23: Two Pakistani climbers, Ghulam Abbas from Hushe and Muhammad Younus from Rondu, have gained national recognition for their courageous rescue of two Russian climbers who were stuck on Gasherbrum IV, one of the most dangerous peaks in the Karakoram Range.
After a catastrophic avalanche cut off their descent, the Russian climbers found themselves stranded for six terrifying days at 6,400 meters, facing potentially fatal circumstances. A remarkable display of bravery and expertise occurred in Gasherbrum IV, a place notorious for its hazardous topography and erratic weather.Well aware of the risks they would encounter, experienced climbers Younus and Abbas volunteered for the treacherous rescue operation.
The pair traversed harsh circumstances, such as below-freezing temperatures, strong winds, and the ongoing danger of avalanches, giving them the much-needed support they require and assisting them in returning to safety.The rescue effort has been praised as an incredible display of the human spirit and the unbreakable bond of the mountaineering fraternity worldwide.
This rescue serves as a moving reminder of the dangers that mountain climbers encounter in the highest mountains on Earth and the selflessness of those who put their own lives in danger to save others.The bravery of Muhammad Younus and Ghulam Abbas will live on in Pakistan and across the global climbing community.
