Shillong, May 20 -- Rifiness Warjri, a 20-year-old NCC cadet, has made history by becoming the third woman from Meghalaya to conquer the 8,848 ft Mount Everest.
Warjri, a student of St. Anthony's College, Shillong, and cadet of 61 Meghalaya Girls Battalion NCC, reached the summit of Mount Everest at 4:45 AM on May 18, 2025.
She was the sole representative from the entire North Eastern Region to be selected for the 38-member Mount Everest expedition.
"For the people of the North East, Warjri's accomplishments are more than personal victories; they serve as a beacon of hope. In a region where opportunity is often hindered by geographic challenges, her achievement shines brightly, encouraging others to chase their dreams, no matter how ...