Everesters felicitated in Bagdogra

Everesters Sulaxchana Tamang and Trishala Gurung have urged Gorkha youths to unite for the conservation of the community, its traditions and culture so that no inimical force can divide it.

The two were felicitated today at a programme in Danra Gaon, Upper Bagdogra. "The encouragement shown by the people of Darjeeling and the country motivated us to conquer the world's highest peak," said Trishala, a student of Southfield College in Darjeeling.

She said she had given up hope when it was barely 10 minutes to the summit, but the words of encouragement she had received while embarking on the historic journey flashed in her mind egging her on despite severe pain in the legs, hunger and drowsiness.

Sulaxchana, a student of Ghoom Degree College, said she was really excited when she arrived at Bagdogra airport. "I am proud to be the daughter of Darjeeling and India," she said. She urged youths, especially women, to always think positive and never give up hope. "Women should not underestimate themselves and never fear of dreaming positive in life," advised Suloxchan



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