Ten climbers, led by prominent Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja, are reportedly missing following an avalanche on Broad Peak in northern Pakistan. The Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) confirmed the situation on July 30, 2026, highlighting their concerns for the climbing team.

The ACP stated that the avalanche struck the expedition as they navigated the challenging terrain of the Karakoram mountain range, which boasts Broad Peak at an elevation of 8,047 metres. Since the incident, there has been no communication established with the team, raising fears for their safety.

The climbing group consists of a diverse team, including five members from Nepal, one from Pakistan, one from Oman, one from China, one from the United States, and one unidentified foreign climber. The lack of contact has heightened anxieties about their well-being.

Response and Rescue Efforts

In response to the incident, the Alpine Club of Pakistan has initiated efforts to mobilise helicopter support and available rescue resources. However, their ability to deploy these resources depends on the prevailing weather and operational conditions in the region.

Rescue teams are reportedly prepared to conduct search operations as soon as conditions allow, with a focus on locating the missing climbers. The challenges of high-altitude rescues in such hostile environments complicate the situation, impacting response times.

The rescue attempts will prioritise the safety of both the climbers and the rescue personnel involved, emphasising the need for careful planning given the dangers associated with avalanches in mountainous areas.

About Nirmal Purja

Nirmal Purja, known as Nims Dai, is 43 years old and has gained global recognition for his remarkable mountaineering achievements. After transitioning to full-time mountaineering and tour guiding in 2018 from a career in the British military, he has set multiple records.

One of Purja’s notable achievements includes climbing all 14 of the world’s eight-thousanders—peaks exceeding 8,000 metres—in just six months and six days from April to October 2019, a record-setting feat at the time. His most recent accomplishment was the successful first winter ascent of K2 in 2021, where he was part of a team of nine other Nepalese climbers.

Purja’s contributions to the world of climbing have significantly raised awareness of high-altitude challenges and have inspired many in the adventure sports community. His previous successes highlight his capabilities and the risks he faces while pursuing these extraordinary climbs.

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