Kathua, May 23 -- In a historic achievement, Cadet Mohit Knathia of Government Degree College (GDC) Kathua has successfully scaled Mount Everest (8,848.86 m) on May 18, 2025, becoming the sole representative from Jammu & Kashmir in the prestigious National Cadet Corps (NCC) Everest Expedition 2025.

Selected as one of just ten cadets from across India, Mohit emerged from a rigorous national selection process, exemplifying exceptional fitness, determination, and training. His ascent marks a moment of immense pride for both the 4 J&K NCC Battalion and GDC Kathua.

The expedition was formally flagged off by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on April 3, following intensive pre-expedition training, including winter conditioning at Siachen Base Ca...