Indian Army achieves first-ever successful ascent of Mount Kangto on December 6, 2025

Key facts

• an Indian Army mountaineering team from Eastern Command has successfully summited Mount Kangto 7,042-metre--the highest and hitherto unconquered sentinel peak of Arunachal Pradesh--approaching from the challenging Southern route.
• This accomplishment marks the first recorded successful ascent of the formidable Mount Kangto, long regarded as an unclimbed guardian of the Kameng Himalayas.
• The expedition team was 'Flagged In' by Lt Gen RC Tiwari, Army Commander, Eastern Command, who lauded the mountaineers for their courage, professionalism and perseverance.
• Flagged Off on November 3 from a forward base by the General Officer Commanding, Gajraj Corps, the 18-member team undertook a gruelling expedition across rugged Himalayan terrain.
• Braving extremely rarefied air, harsh sub-zero conditions, treacherous icy ridgelines, deep crevasses, and near-vertical ice walls, the climbers showcased the hallmark attributes of the Indian Army--unmatched grit, discipline, teamwork and an indomitable spirit.