Prince William has led tributes after the death of renowned Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja, who died following an avalanche in Pakistan, according to Sky News.
Key facts
- Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja, a former British special forces soldier, has died following an avalanche, according to Sky News.
- The avalanche occurred on one of the world's highest mountains, in Pakistan.
- Prince William led tributes, saying he was 'truly saddened'.
- The climber was described as 'truly unique'.
Prince William has led tributes to Nirmal Purja, a renowned Nepalese climber and former British special forces soldier, who has died following an avalanche, according to Sky News.
Sky News reported that the mountaineer died after an avalanche on one of the world’s highest mountains, in Pakistan.
Prince William said he was ‘truly saddened’ by the death and paid tribute to the climber as ‘truly unique’.
Further details surrounding the circumstances of the avalanche and the climber’s death have not been confirmed in the available reporting.
Why it matters
The death of a widely respected mountaineer highlights the dangers faced by climbers on the world's highest peaks. Tributes from prominent public figures reflect the attention such deaths draw beyond the climbing community.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the avalanche happen?
According to Sky News, the avalanche occurred on one of the world's highest mountains, in Pakistan.
How did Prince William respond?
Prince William led tributes, saying he was 'truly saddened' and describing the mountaineer as 'truly unique', according to Sky News.
Who was the mountaineer?
Sky News described the climber as a renowned Nepalese mountaineer. Further personal details were not provided in the available reporting.