Young Rajouri Mountaineer Masab Malik Scales Machoi Peak Inspiring Youth Across Pir Panjal with Remarkable Feats in High-Altitude Climbing

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RAJOURI OCT 07:-Rajouri’s budding mountaineer, Masab Malik, hailing from Darhal Malkan, has achieved yet another milestone by successfully scaling Machoi Peak II in Jammu and Kashmir. Despite his young age, Masab’s determination and courage have propelled him to new heights, inspiring youth across the Pir Panjal region.

Masab began his summit attempt from the Dras base camp (34.430°N, 75.750°E; approximate altitude 10,600 ft) at 2:00 AM, braving sub-zero temperatures and treacherous terrain. After an arduous four-hour ascent, he reached the top of Machoi Peak II (34.317°N, 75.817°E) at 6:00 AM, standing proudly at an elevation of 17,907 feet (5,456 m).

This latest feat follows his earlier success in scaling Friendship Peak in Himachal Pradesh (32.382°N, 77.247°E; elevation 17,350 ft / 5,289 m), reaffirming his consistency, endurance, and growing expertise in mountaineering.

Masab’s steady rise in the world of high-altitude climbing is being hailed as a source of pride for the region. His accomplishments not only highlight his personal grit but also reflect the increasing interest in adventure tourism and mountaineering across Jammu and Kashmir.

Local communities view Masab’s journey as a symbol of dedication and resilience, believing his achievements will encourage more youth from Rajouri and the Pir Panjal region to pursue mountaineering — both as a passion and a potential livelihood.

Observers say that such individual triumphs have the potential to boost tourism and adventure sports in the region, strengthening Rajouri’s identity as an emerging hub for Himalayan exploration.