MOUNT KOHINOOR SOUTH-WEST EXPEDITION 2026
5,136 m | Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir
Summit Date: 9 September 2026
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@wasim__hassan(EL)
@powpaji @zaidoutthere summited after 50years
A sincere note of gratitude following the successful Mount Kohinoor South-West Expedition 2026.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) for their guidance, coordination, and support throughout the expedition.
Special appreciation to Mr. Akhil Purohit, ADGP Mr. Garib Das, Sir, and his Personal Assistant, Mr. Rohit, Sir, for their valuable assistance, cooperation, and support, particularly during the logistical and administrative challenges we faced while changing our approach
We are equally grateful to all the officers, authorities, and the individuals
Their support helped us overcome unexpected challenges and remain focused on our objective of reaching the summit of Mount Kohinoor South-West (5,136 m).
The Mount Kohinoor South-West Expedition 2026 began with an unexpected change of plan. Our permitted approach was through Pahalgam under IMF expedition clearance on 3 sep, but local restrictions prevented us from proceeding along the approved route.
Adapting to the situation, we shifted our approach to Sukhnai Village in the Warwan Valley. After reaching Sukhnai on 5 September, we trekked toward Kohinoor Valley and established Base Camp near Kohinoor Lake at approximately 4,000 m.
Following reconnaissance and two exploratory pushes on 7 and 8 September, the team established an Advanced Camp at around 4,700 m for the final summit attempt.
On 9 September, we launched the summit push, climbing an approximately 200 m ice gully with gradients reaching 65°, followed by exposed and technically demanding terrain along the upper ridge.
At 12:00 noon, the team successfully reached the summit of Mount Kohinoor South-West (5,136 m).
The ascent was a test of adaptability, endurance and technical climbing, from an unexpected route change to sustained high-altitude terrain above 5,000 metres.
A successful ascent shaped by changing plans, challenging terrain and unwavering commitment to the objective.
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