# Babar Ali Makes History as First Bangladeshi to Summit Mount Annapurna I

> Babar Ali from Chattogram has become the first Bangladeshi to summit Mount Annapurna I, standing at 26,545 feet (8,091 metres). He reached the peak early today with guide Phurba Angel Sherpa. The achievement was confirm…

Published: 2026-09-14 · Desk: Latest · Source: The Daily Star

Babar Ali, a mountaineer from Chattogram, has become the first Bangladeshi to successfully summit Mount Annapurna I, one of the world's highest peaks at 26,545 feet (8,091 metres). He reached the top early today with the support of his climbing guide, Phurba Angel Sherpa. This remarkable feat was officially confirmed by Vertical Dreamers, a Bangladeshi group that backs high-altitude expeditions. Babar's historic ascent marks a proud moment for the country's mountaineering community and sets a new milestone for Bangladesh in the world of extreme adventure. His achievement adds to the growing recognition of Bangladeshi climbers on the global stage.

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