Everest Summiters Summit 2026 to Honor 176 Mount Everest Climbers from 26 Nations

Kathmandu. The second edition of 'Everest Summiters Summit-2026' is being organized in Kathmandu on May 27. The organizer has informed that all preparations for the program, organized by Everest Alliance Nepal in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, have been completed.

This year, 176 Mount Everest climbers from 26 countries will be honored with special medals and certificates, said Sudarshan Nepal, Chairman of Everest Alliance Nepal.

"We started this program last year with the aim of honoring Mount Everest climbers," he said, "The successful completion of the first edition has clarified its importance and scope. It has already become a global platform, not just for Nepal. We are further encouraged by the direct cooperation and coordination of the Nepal government this time."

The program has been organized with the objective of appreciating the unique courage and contribution of Mount Everest climbers for a united voice for the future of the Himalayas, and the organizer believes that this will help to further elevate Nepal's mountain tourism globally and honor courageous climbers.

President Ram Chandra Paudel will be present at this edition. President Paudel will participate in the 'Summiters Breakfast' and interact with the climbers. Following that, a rally and climber felicitation program will be organized. The program will be inaugurated by the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Khadakraj (Ganesh) Paudel.