Quick Info
| Profession | Mountaineer, former British Army soldier |
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| Nationality | Nepalese |
| Date of Birth | 25/07/1983 |
| Age | 43 years (died on 30, Jul, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Dana, Myagdi District, Nepal |
| Date of Death | 30/07/2026 |
Latest News about Nirmal Purja
01/08/2026
Rescuers in Pakistan recovered the body of Nirmal Purja after he went missing during an avalanche on Broad Peak. Reports identified him as the renowned British-Nepali mountaineer known for record-setting ascents, including climbing all 14 eight-thousanders in six months and six days.
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Bio/Wiki
| Also Known As | Nims, Nimsdai |
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| Known For | Climbing all 14 eight-thousanders in 6 months and 6 days |
| Notable Achievement | First ascent of K2 in winter as part of a Nepalese team |
| Honours | Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) |
Personal Life
| Spouse | Suchi Purja |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Career
| Military Career | Served in the British Army with the Brigade of Gurkhas and later in the Special Boat Service (SBS) |
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| Mountaineering Career | Began major Himalayan climbing in 2012 and later became known for record-breaking expeditions |
| Other Work | Associated with mountaineering/media projects |
| Business Ventures | Founder and director of Elite Himalayan Adventures |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/nimsdai/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born in Dana, a village in Nepal's Myagdi District near Dhaulagiri. | |
| 2. He served in the British Army before focusing on mountaineering. | |
| 3. He completed the first winter ascent of K2 with a Nepalese team in 2021. |