While descending from the Everest Base Camp towards the Second Camp, a large serac collapse occurred in the Khumbu Icefall, injuring Indian climber Nimis Kumar Singh and Sherpa guide Pemba Tenduk. The incident took place at 5:45 AM. A rescue helicopter from Lukla arrived at the site by 6:30 AM. Both individuals were evacuated to HAMS Hospital in Kathmandu for treatment, and the Tourism Department has reported that their condition is stable. Dated 22 Baisakh, Kathmandu.
The injuries occurred as the climbers were on a rotation from Everest Base Camp to the Second Camp through the Khumbu Icefall. According to the Tourism Department, the Khumbu Icefall, which was only recently opened last week, is considered dangerous. The collapse of a large serac—a mass of ice—affected the route. As a result, 40-year-old Indian climber Nimis Kumar Singh from Pune and 44-year-old Sherpa guide Pemba Tenduk were injured.
Immediately after the incident, Sherpa guide teams from Pioneer Adventure Pvt. Ltd. and Summit Force Expedition conducted a prompt rescue operation and informed the base camp. Coordinated by the Seven Summit team, a helicopter from Lukla reached the site at 6:30 AM and evacuated the injured climbers. According to the Seven Summit Trek information, the injured are currently undergoing treatment at HAMS Hospital in Kathmandu. The Tourism Department has confirmed that their condition is not critical.
