Kabak Yano, an accomplished mountaineer from Arunachal Pradesh, has successfully reached the summit of Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, on February 1, as part of her ambitious 7-Summit Mountaineering Expedition. Standing at an elevation of 22,831 feet above sea level, Aconcagua is not only the tallest peak in South America but also in the Western Hemisphere. This achievement is a significant milestone in Yano’s remarkable journey, characterized by endurance, courage, and determination.
Following this accomplishment, Lt. Gen. K.T. Parnaik (Retd.), the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, expressed his congratulations to Yano, highlighting her indomitable spirit and the importance of her journey as a source of inspiration for the youth in the state. He emphasized the role of discipline, perseverance, and self-belief in overcoming challenges, noting that her success would motivate young people to engage in sports and adventurous activities, thereby encouraging them to pursue their dreams more enthusiastically.
The governor had previously inaugurated Yano’s 7-Summit expedition on July 28, 2025, at Lok Bhavan, supported by the Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Kento Jini. As part of this challenging quest, Yano has already successfully summited African highest peak Mount Kilimanjaro on August 4, 2025, followed by European highest peak Mount Elbrus on August 16, 2025. The 7-Summit challenge entails climbing the highest mountains on every continent, including notable peaks such as Mount Everest in Asia and Denali in North America. It is recognized as one of the most arduous feats in mountaineering, undertaken by only a select group of climbers worldwide.
Arunachal Mountaineer Kabak Yano Conquers South America’s Highest Peak
