In a world where challenges often seem insurmountable, a 35-year-old with a 91% physical disability has etched his name in history by setting a world record for unfurling the largest national flag by a physically disabled individual on Mount Rhenock.
It was a historic moment as Uday Kumar unfurled a staggering 780-square feet Tricolour atop the majestic Mount Rhenock, standing tall at 16,500 feet in the picturesque Kanchenjunga National Park of West Sikkim.
From March 5 to March 18, Kumar embarked on a journey that was more than just a climb – it was proof of the power of the human spirit.
Scaling treacherous slopes and facing unpredictable weather conditions, he persevered, inching closer to his goal with each step.
The path to success was fraught with challenges that tested Kumar’s resolve to the core at every step.
Trekking nearly 100 km through uphill and downhill slopes adorned with boulders, moraines, loose rocks, snow, and hard ice, Kumar faced the harsh realities of nature head-on.
The ascent to the base camp of HMI at 14,600 feet presented its own set of obstacles, with unforgiving weather conditions adding to the already formidable task.
However, it was the daunting 75-degree angle peak of Mount Rhenock that proved to be the ultimate test of Kumar’s strength and determination.
Yet, with unwavering courage and sheer willpower, he conquered the peak, unfurling the largest Tricolour as a symbol of his triumph over adversity.
The expedition, organised by the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) in Darjeeling and spearheaded by principal Group Captain Jai Kishan, aimed to champion Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to empower individuals with disabilities under the banners of “Mera Yuva Bharat” and “Divyangjan”.
