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Foreigners granted access to climb 137 mountain peaks across four states

Foreign climbers eager to scale mountaineering peaks in India can now do so, as the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has made 137 such mountain peaks accessible to foreigners who have secured a Mountaineering Visa ('MX').

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Foreign Mountaineers Seek Access Granted: 137 Mountain Peaks in Delhi Unlocked for Holders of...
Foreign Mountaineers Seek Access Granted: 137 Mountain Peaks in Delhi Unlocked for Holders of Mountaineering Visa ('MX')

Foreigners granted access to climb 137 mountain peaks across four states

Hey there, adventure enthusiasts! The Ministry of Home Affairs has made a sweet climb-tastic move by opening up 137 mountain peaks for y'all foreign folk who wanna trek or mountaineer, fer real. These peaks are scattered across four beautiful states: Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Sikkim. The highlight here? A whopping 51 peaks in Uttarakhand alone!

But wait, there's more! Minister Prahlad Singh Patel summed it up right – this move is like a giant leap towards promoting adrenaline-pumping tourism in the heart of India. And they're not just opening the door to any ol' peak; we're talkin' major mountains here!

Before you grab your crampons, backpacks, and some tasty chai, be warned that safety's paramount when playing outdoor version of Russian roulette with Mother Nature. The Tourism Ministry's been driving home the point that the adventure tourism operators need to pass strict safety inspections, and that the operators' actions should align with the 2018 Indian Adventure Tourism Guidelines.

So, get your permits, know the guidelines, and tread those mountains with caution! Mark your calendar, because this is one historic climb you don't wanna miss. Check out the list of peaks below, but remember, it's always better to keep informed with the latest guidelines from the Indian Mountaineering Foundation and state tourism departments. Happy trailblazing!

List of Peaks in Uttarakhand:

  1. Avalanche
  2. Bhrigupanth
  3. Bharigu Parbat
  4. Kalidhang
  5. Yanbuk
  6. Ratangarian
  7. Chirbas Parbat
  8. Mahalaya Parbat
  9. Rudugaira
  10. Balakun
  11. Banderpunch West
  12. Bewtarholi
  13. Betartholi South
  14. Bhagnyu
  15. Garur Parbat
  16. Garur Forked
  17. Kalanka
  18. Parbati Parbat
  19. Pawagarh
  20. PurbiDunagiri
  21. Rishi Pahar
  22. Narayan Parbat
  23. Nar Parbat
  24. Black Peak
  25. Dangthal
  26. Devisthan-I
  27. Devisthan-II
  28. Devtoli
  29. Dunagiri
  30. Hardeol
  31. Janhukot
  32. Kirti Stambha
  33. Lamchir
  34. Lamchir South
  35. Lampak South
  36. Mahalaya Parbat
  37. Manda-I
  38. Manda-II
  39. Manda-III
  40. Nanda Bhanar
  41. Nanda Khani
  42. Nanda Lapak
  43. Panchachuli-I
  44. Panchachuli-II
  45. Panchachuli-III
  46. Panchachuli-IV
  47. Panchachuli-V
  48. Rishi Kot
  49. SAF Minal
  50. Srikantha
  51. Sumeru Parbat

More on upcoming treks and peaks in the other three states, you say? Comin' right up!

Join in the thrill as you explore the breathtaking landscapes of Uttarakhand, a state teeming with 51 different sports challenges waiting to be conquered. From Avalanche to Sumeru Parbat, these peaks promise an adrenaline-pumping adventure for sports enthusiasts.

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