Pakistan, May 25 -- Saad Bin Munawar has become the first Pakistani to climb Mount Everest from its more dangerous and rarely attempted North Side, marking a major milestone in the country's mountaineering history. The north route, which begins in Tibet, is known for its harsh weather, steep terrain, and greater technical difficulty.

Saad reached the summit of the world's highest mountain (8,848.86 meters) on May 24 with a team led by the adventure company Imagine Nepal. His group included several expert climbers, including Dawa Gyalje Sherpa, who completed his 14th ascent of an 8,000-meter peak, along with other international mountaineers and Sherpas.

This climb is a huge personal triumph for Saad and a proud moment for Pakistan. The A...