Ex-soldier creates history by climbing Mount Everest with artificial legs
Last updated on: 21 May,2023 09:21 am
Thirteen years after losing his legs in Afghanistan, Hari proved disability is no barrier
(Web Desk) – An army veteran from Nepal, Hari Budha Magar, created history as he has become the first ever double above-knee amputee to scale Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak.
The announcement about his successful summit was made from his official Twitter handle, stating: “At around 3pm on May 19th, Hari stood victorious atop the world’s tallest mountain”.
Thirteen years after losing his legs in Afghanistan, Hari has proved disability is no barrier to reaching the 8,849 metre peak. “Hari’s climb was made possible by a world class team of Nepalese climbers, led by Expedition Leader @krisnathapa22. At the top, Hari shouted “We did it!”, a reference to, and in recognition of, the team effort that enabled this success,” read the statement.
— Hari Budha Magar (@Hari_BudhaMagar) May 20, 2023
“That was tough. Harder than I could have ever imagined. We just had to carry on and push for the top, no matter how much it hurt or how long it took. If I can climb to the top of the world then anyone, regardless of their disability, can achieve their dream.
No matter how big your dreams, no matter how challenging your disability, with the right mindset anything is possible,” he said.
“When things got really tough it was the thought of my amazing family and everyone who's helped me get onto the mountain that pushed me to the top. Without the support of so many this expedition simply wouldn't have been possible.”