Nepal Says It’s “Deeply Shocked” by Disappearance of Climbers After Broad Peak Avalanche

Kathmandu – The Nepali government announced on Friday that it was deeply shocked by reports that several international mountaineers, among them a handful of celebrated Nepali climbers, have gone missing after an avalanche struck Broad Peak (8,047 m) in Pakistan’s Karakoram range. The avalanche, which swept down the north‑facing slopes of the eight‑thousander, left rescue teams scrambling for survivors while families back home anxiously await news.

In a brief statement, officials in Kathmandu said they are staying in close contact with their Pakistani counterparts, pledging full cooperation to locate the lost climbers and support any ongoing rescue effort. The expression of solidarity reflects the strong ties between the two mountain‑focused nations and underscores the shared concern for the safety of Sherpa guides and other South‑Asian alpinists who often accompany high‑altitude expeditions.

The incident has resonated across the diaspora, reminding overseas communities of the risks faced by the region’s mountaineering legends and the deep cultural reverence for the Himalaya and its neighboring peaks. The situation remains fluid, with authorities urging caution and vigilance as they continue their search.