Categories: Appointments

Harshwanti Bisht becomes 1st women President of Indian Mountaineering Foundation

Noted mountaineer from Uttarakhand, Harshwanti Bisht has earned the distinction of being elected the first woman president of the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF). The 62-year-old Bisht won 60 out of a total of 107 votes to get elected to the coveted post. It is for the first time that a woman has been elected as the president of the IMF, which was founded in the year 1958.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

About the Harshwanti Bisht:

  • Bisht, 62, who hails from a village named Sukai in Pauri district, says promoting mountaineering and other adventure sports, and bringing more women into the field will be among her priorities.
  • Bisht, who has been honoured with the Arjuna award for her achievements in the field of mountaineering, said there was a time when Uttarakhand used to be at the top when it came to adventure sports like mountaineering but the scenario has changed in recent years.
  • Bisht, who did a course in mountaineering from the Uttarkashi-based Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in 1975, scaled the Nanda Devi peak in 1981 which earned her the Arjuna award. She was also a member of an expedition team to Mount Everest in 1984.
  • A professor of economics, Bisht recently retired as the principal of PG College, Uttarkashi.

Find More Appointments Here

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, my role involves researching and creating informative and engaging content aimed at helping candidates prepare for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in delivering insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest current affairs trends and developments. My primary focus is on educational excellence, ensuring that our readers are well-prepared and informed to face their exams with confidence. Through meticulously crafted content, I aim to guide and support candidates in their journey toward success.

Recent Posts

PV Sindhu Biography- Age, Marriage, Career, Records and Net Worth

PV Sindhu is one of India's most celebrated badminton players, known for her exceptional skills,…

1 hour ago

Top-10 Most Expensive Woods in the World, Check the List

Wood is a natural material used in furniture, tools and decoration. It comes from trees…

1 hour ago

India’s First Bio-Bitumen Stretch Inaugurated by Nitin Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated India's first bio-bitumen-based National Highway…

1 hour ago

In Which District of Uttar Pradesh is the Tomb of Bahu Begum Located?

The Tomb of Bahu Begum is a historical monument located in Uttar Pradesh. It was…

2 hours ago

List of International Recognition Awards to PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has earned numerous international awards over the years, reflecting his diplomatic…

2 hours ago

Third Fastest List-A Century Anmolpreet’s Record Breaking Knock

Punjab's top order batter, Anmolpreet Singh, scripted a history by scoring a third fastest List…

3 hours ago