This recent cleanup initiative builds on efforts begun by the Nepalese army in 2019 to tackle the growing problem of waste accumulating on these iconic peaks.
Kathmandu, A major cleanup effort by the Nepalese army has yielded 11 tons (approximately 11,000 kilograms) of garbage removed from the majestic peaks of the Himalayas.
Nepal, famed for its breathtaking mountain ranges and Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, attracts mountaineers from across the globe each year. However, this influx also results in a significant amount of litter left behind.
The Nepalese army’s operation focused on Mount Everest, along with Nopatse and Lhotse, other Himalayan giants. The 55-day mission successfully removed not only the trash but also the remains of four deceased climbers and a human skeleton.
Authorities estimate a staggering amount of waste still litters Mount Everest alone – over 50 tons – with a grim count of more than 200 bodies remaining on the mountain.
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This recent cleanup initiative builds on efforts begun by the Nepalese army in 2019 to tackle the growing problem of waste accumulating on these iconic peaks.
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