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Over 400 Climbers From 53 Nations Get Permits for Everest Ascent This Spring
News Desk
April 30, 2025
402 climbers from 53 countries get Everest permits this spring; govt earns Rs 684M, record attempts underway.
402 climbers from 53 countries get Everest permits this spring; govt earns Rs 684M, record attempts underway.
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