London, Aug 14: The funeral of renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja, widely known as “Nims Dai”, will be held in Dorset, United Kingdom, on August 26, following his death in an avalanche on Pakistan’s Broad Peak.
According to the Non-Resident Nepali Association UK, the funeral service will begin at 10 am on Wednesday. The organisation has asked family members, friends, members of the Nepali community and representatives of organisations who wish to attend to register their names in advance.
Purja, 43, died on July 30 after an avalanche struck Broad Peak, one of Pakistan’s highest mountains. His death has drawn widespread grief among Nepal’s mountaineering community and the wider Nepali diaspora.
Known for his speed, endurance and high-altitude climbing record, Purja rose to international prominence after completing all 14 mountains above 8,000 metres in a record time. His achievement, completed in 2019, brought him global recognition and established him as one of Nepal’s most prominent contemporary mountaineers.
Purja was also known for attempting technically demanding climbs and promoting Nepal’s mountaineering industry internationally. His career helped draw attention to the skill and experience of Nepali climbers, many of whom play a crucial role in supporting expeditions on the world’s highest peaks.
Broad Peak, standing at 8,051 metres, is located in the Karakoram range near the Pakistan China border. The mountain is regarded as one of the world’s 14 eight thousand metre peaks and attracts climbers from around the world.
Purja’s death came during the summer climbing season, when mountaineers and expedition teams were operating on several major peaks in the region.
NRNA UK said further details regarding the funeral and participation process would be provided to those who register. The event is expected to bring together members of the Nepali community in Britain, mountaineers, friends and others wishing to pay their final respects to the celebrated climber.
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