Havaldar speaks about his joy of selection to climb Everest

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Havaldar Bikram or in short TB had already done 7 to 8 expedition before. He was not expecting that he will be called for Everest expedition. After getting the news about his selection to trek Everest he told his family members, his army team and every one was happy with the selection. After trekking across Khumbu village, he is confident that their mission to accomplish Everest will be successful. The 22-member team led by ace mountaineer Colonel Ajay Kothiyal was flagged off by Army Deputy Chief Lt Gen Ramesh Halgali on March 12. On 20th May the first summit team reached Camp-HI and the next day they reached South Col around 1300 hours. The same night the summit attempt started. After making their way through severe winds and subfreezing conditions, the first party consisting of seven me