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Arunima Sinha: On top of the world

INKtalks・20 minutes read

Arunima, after being thrown out of a train and having her leg amputated, persevered to become the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest, facing numerous challenges but ultimately reaching the summit. She uses her story to inspire others to overcome obstacles and believe in themselves.

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  • Arunima's journey from a horrific train incident to becoming the first female amputee to summit Mount Everest showcases unparalleled resilience, determination, and the power of unwavering self-belief in overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
  • The story of Arunima's Everest climb highlights her meticulous preparation, mental fortitude, and sheer willpower to push through physical challenges, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, adaptability, and relentless perseverance in achieving monumental goals.

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Recent questions

  • Who is Arunima?

    A former volleyball champion turned mountaineer.

  • What challenges did Arunima face during her Everest climb?

    Physical challenges, oxygen levels, prosthetic leg issues.

  • How did Arunima prepare for her Everest climb?

    Raised funds, trained under guidance, faced skepticism.

  • What motivated Arunima to climb Mount Everest?

    Determination, belief in herself, inspire others.

  • How did Arunima's Everest climb impact her life?

    Became first female amputee to summit Everest, inspires others.

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Summary

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Arunima: From Train Attack to Everest Summit

  • The speaker, Arunima, shares her story of being thrown out of a running train by robbers in 2011 while traveling from Lucknow to Delhi.
  • Despite being thrown out and severely injured, Arunima showed immense resilience and refused to give up, even when her leg was severed and she was left on the tracks all night.
  • Arunima was taken to a hospital where the doctors, lacking anesthesia and blood, decided to amputate her leg without anesthesia, with one doctor and pharmacist donating their own blood for the procedure.
  • Arunima, a former volleyball champion, decided to pursue mountaineering after her recovery, facing challenges like raising funds and training under proper guidance.
  • Despite facing skepticism and discouragement from others due to her physical condition, Arunima remained determined to climb Mount Everest.
  • Arunima met Bachendri Pal, the first Indian woman to summit Everest, who believed in her and supported her goal.
  • Arunima faced physical challenges during the climb, with her artificial leg slipping on the ice, but she persevered and eventually reached the summit.
  • Arunima encountered distressing scenes of dead bodies and injured climbers during her Everest expedition, but she pushed forward with determination.
  • Arunima's Sherpa advised her to turn back due to low oxygen levels, but she refused, determined to reach the summit and prove her capabilities.
  • Arunima successfully summited Mount Everest, becoming the first female amputee to do so, and she uses her story to inspire others to overcome challenges and believe in themselves.

13:49

"Everest Summit: Perseverance Against All Odds"

  • The speaker climbed to the height of 8848 meters, despite running out of oxygen, to take a photo and video at the summit of Everest.
  • She had taken multiple pairs of batteries, a disposable camera, and a backup camera for the climb.
  • The speaker was mentally prepared to not return alive from the climb and wanted the video to be delivered to India if she didn't make it back.
  • She reached the summit of Everest on May 21, 2013, after an accident on April 11, 2011.
  • The speaker faced challenges on the descent, including running out of oxygen and her prosthetic leg coming off.
  • Despite difficulties, she persevered, dragging herself down with a rope and artificial leg, fixing it when needed, and eventually reaching safety at the South Col camp.
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