First Woman from Arunachal's Nyishi Tribe Scales Everest | Guwahati News - Times of India

Source: The Times of India
Author: Kangkan Kalita

Guwahati: Mountaineer and cricketer Kabak Yano etched her name in history on Tuesday by becoming the fifth woman from Arunachal Pradesh to scale Mt Everest. She is also the first woman from the Nyishi tribe to do so.

Yano accomplished this remarkable feat at 11:50 am on Tuesday alongside five other members of the summit team -- Babu Sherpa, Ngima Dorjee Sherpa, Subash Rai, Lakpa Nurbu Sherpa and Shere Sherpa -- all hailing from Nepal.

Yano's journey from the cricket pitch in the hilly terrain of Itanagar to the pinnacle of the Earth is a testament to her indomitable spirit and unwavering determination. Originally from Kabak village in Kamle district of Arunachal, Yano's humble origins did not deter her from pursuing her dreams. Despite losing her father at a young age and facing financial hardships, she kept her eyes on the goal. "It will be a privilege for me to represent Arunachal Pradesh as an example of women empowerment," Yano had said before embarking on the Everest mission. Yano's talent extends beyond mountaineering. She has represented the Arunachal cricket team in the first-class domestic season, playing in the Women's U-23 T20 League (Plate Group) in New Delhi during the 2018-19 season. Additionally, Yano has showcased her skills on the football field as well, representing Kamle district in various tournaments.