Shimla, May 22 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has extended his felicitations to the youngest Everester, Kritika Sharma hailing from Sirmaur district for conquering the World's highest peak just at the age of 17 thus bringing laurels to the State and the country.

A National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadet, Kritika, showed her prowess and her strong will power to scale Mount Everest, he said, adding further that her feat has set an example for the other youngsters of the State and she has become a source of inspiration for those interested in adventure sports.

Kritika has proved that 'where there is a will, there is a way' and nothing is invincible if one commits to surpass the hurdles.

The Chief Minister wished the be...