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Asad Ali Memon (born August 15, 1997) is a Pakistani mountaineer recognized for his record-breaking high-altitude climbs. He is the first person from Sindh to summit Mount Everest[1] and has successfully completed several expeditions across multiple continents, establishing himself as a leading figure in Pakistani adventure sports.

Early Life and Education

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Asad Ali Memon was born on August 15, 1997, in Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan. He completed his matriculation from Larkana Public School and later earned a Bachelor of Computer Science from the Institute of Business Management (IoBM), Karachi[2]

Notable Expeditions of Asad Ali Memon

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Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)

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In February 2021, Memon climbed Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895 meters) in under 20 hours, becoming the first Pakistani and the first Asian to achieve this feat within 24 hours. His achievement was widely covered by Arab News[3] The Nation,[4] and The Express Tribune[5]

Mount Elbrus (Russia)

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In August 2019, Asad made history by becoming the youngest Pakistani to summit Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe at 5,642 meters. His achievement marked a significant milestone in his mountaineering career. Mount Elbrus, located in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia, is considered one of the Seven Summits. Asad's accomplishment added to his growing list of outdoor adventures and solidified his passion for scaling some of the world's highest mountain[6].[7]

Mount Aconcagua (Argentina)

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Asad achieved a remarkable feat by successfully summiting Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, on January 26, 2020. Standing at 6,961 meters (22,837 feet), Aconcagua is one of the most challenging mountains to climb, making Memon's achievement all the more impressive. His triumph was celebrated in Mendoza, Argentina, at a local trekking shop where a flag of Pakistan, placed by Memon himself, proudly flew as a symbol of his accomplishment.[8]

Mount Denali (North America)

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In May 2022, Asad Ali Memon successfully summited Mount Denali (6,190 meters), the highest peak in North America. [7]. This achievement further established his reputation as one of Pakistan's most accomplished young mountaineers. His climb was celebrated by Indus Motor Company, recognizing his determination and perseverance, which aligned with their commitment to championing Pakistani talent.[9] The company highlighted his feat as a testament to "pushing the limits and aiming higher"[10]

Mount Everest (Nepal)

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On May 21, 2023, Asad Ali Memon became the first climber from Sindh to summit Mount Everest (8,848 meters).[11] This historic achievement was reported by IoBM[2]and ProPakistani[12]

Spantik / Golden peak (Pakistan)

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In 2023, Memon climbed Golden Peak (7,027 meters) in the Karakoram Range. His feat was noted by Hum English[13] .

Awards and certifications

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First to climb mountain Everest from Sindh (government of Nepal) Issued July 2023
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3rd Pakistan to climb highest north American peak (U.S department of state) Issued June 2022
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First Asian to climb African highest peak in less than 24 hours.(Tanzania tourist board) Issued FEB 2021
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First and only Pakistani to climb Kilimanjaro in 20 hours.(government of Pakistan) Issued Feb 2021
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Youngest Pakistani to climb south American highest peak.(Aconcagua mountain guides) Issued Jan 2020
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Youngest Pakistani to climb Europe's highest peak (Russian mountaineering association) Issued august 2019
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Media Coverage

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Memon's achievements have been featured in numerous outlets,

Express Tribune:[1]

Arab News:[3]

Dawn:[8]

Asad Memon at Mount Everest camp
In May 2023, Asad Ali Memon was in the news for being the tenth Pakistani and first from Sindh to scale the majestic 8,848-meter-high Mount Everest.

Red Bull:[14]

Affiliations

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  • Alpine Club of Pakistan
  • Alpine Club of America

References

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  1. ^ a b "Memon first person from Sindh to summit Everest". The Express Tribune. 2023-05-22. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  2. ^ a b "IoBMS Asad Ali Memon BEcomes First Person From Sindh To Scale Mount Everest | Detail | News Events | Institute of Business Management". www.iobm.edu.pk. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  3. ^ a b "Climber says is first Asian and Pakistani to scale Kilimanjaro within 24 hours". Arab News. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  4. ^ "Climber Asad aces Mount Kilimanjaro within 24 hours". The Nation. 2021-02-16. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  5. ^ "Pakistani climber Asad Memon scales Everest". The Express Tribune. 2023-05-23. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  6. ^ Shuaib, Haroon. "Asad Ali Memon: From the Plains to the Peaks - Haroon Shuaib - Youlin Magazine". www.youlinmagazine.com. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  7. ^ "Pakistani mountaineer Asad Ali successfully summits North America's Mount Denali". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  8. ^ a b Brohi, Imad (2024-01-12). "I noticed a flag of Pakistan on the wall. Asad Ali Memon a climber from Larkana who had summited Aconcagua in January 2020 had put up the flag there". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  9. ^ Khan, Hassan (2022-06-13). "Indus Motor Company's Champion Summits North America's Tallest Mount Denali". Toyota Indus. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  10. ^ "Pakistani mountaineer Asad Ali Memon summits highest peak in North America". ARY NEWS. 2022-05-31. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  11. ^ "Pakistani climber Asad Memon scales Everest". The Express Tribune. 2023-05-23. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  12. ^ Jan, Imad Ali (2023-05-22). "Asad Ali Memon Becomes First Person From Sindh to Summit Mount Everest". ProPakistani. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  13. ^ "Mountaineer from Larkana, Asad Ali summits 'Golden Peak' mountain". HUM News. 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
  14. ^ "Asad Ali Memon: Conquering one peak at a time". www.redbull.com. Retrieved 2024-12-13.
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