Uday Kumar Expresses Awe at Receiving Tenzing Norgay Award

Synopsis

Uday Kumar, a courageous mountaineer who summited Mount Kilimanjaro with an amputated leg, was honored with the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. His inspiring journey showcases resilience and determination as he aims for future climbs.

Key Takeaways

Uday Kumar received the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award.
He summited Mount Kilimanjaro despite an amputated leg.
Uday is motivated by Group Captain Jai Kishan.
He aims to conquer Mount Everest next.
Uday hoisted a large Indian flag at Kilimanjaro.

New Delhi, Jan 17 (NationPress) Uday Kumar, an indomitable mountaineer who conquered Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest peak, despite having an amputated leg, expressed his astonishment on Friday after being honored with the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Uday, who lost a leg in a train accident, participated in the Ketuk Mission led by Group Captain Jai Kishan and achieved the remarkable feat of reaching the altitude of 19,341 feet on Kilimanjaro, where he proudly raised the Indian national flag.

"I am feeling amazed after coming here. Following my accident, the only thought that kept recurring in my mind was that what transpired was good, what is happening is good, and what will happen will be even better. This sentiment resonates with me today. Although I lost my leg in the accident, it is not a concern. The strength that God has bestowed upon me..." Uday shared with IANS. "I am uncertain how Narayan (God) will manifest, but my Narayan (Group Captain Jai Kishan) has always been by my side. His unwavering motivation and support have propelled me to the brink of becoming a distinguished mountaineer," he said.

Mount Kilimanjaro is not only the highest mountain in Africa but also the tallest free-standing mountain globally. "At an altitude of 19,341 feet, we raised a 7,800 square foot Tricolour on Kilimanjaro. We represented the flags of the Army, Navy, and Air Force," Uday explained, noting that he embarked on his mountaineering journey in 2022.

As for his future aspirations, Uday stated that he aims to scale Mount Everest soon. Born on May 30, 1988, Uday is originally from Chhapra, Bihar. He has also demonstrated remarkable bravery and resolve by successfully climbing Mount Rhenock (16,500 feet) in Kanchenjunga National Park in West Sikkim, where he displayed a 780 sq ft Indian flag.