Pamir Times Correspondent – Photos: Sherzaman Gulzaman
Islamabad: The first Pakistani woman to climb Mount Everest was honoured by His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan Shia Imami Ismaili Regional Council for Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Mardan Areas and Aga Khan Youth and Sport Board at Serena Hotel.
The reception was attended by Mr. Iqbal Sadruddin Walji, President of the Ismaili National Council for Pakistan, Dr. Firoz Rasul, President of the Aga Khan University, Mr. Shamez Mukhi, Chairman of the Aga Khan Youth and Sports Board for Pakistan and Mr. Aziz Shariff, a US A based philanthropist investor, who had especially flown in to greet and meet the young mountaineer duo. A large number of community leaders from Islamabad and Rawalpindi were also present at the occasion.
President Walji congratulated Samina Baig for creating history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to climb the Mount Everest. He also paid rich tributes to the parents and siblings of Samina, especially Mirza Ali, for creating the opportunities to help Samina materialize the great feat. He said that without commitment and determination such achievements are impossible. He also hailed Mirza Ail for training and mentoring Samina for mountaineering.
Speaking at the occasion President Dr. Firoz Rasul of the Aga Khan University paid glowing tributes to Samina and Mirza for their success. He said that Samin has become a source of inspiration for the women and girls of Pakistan.
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