International Mountain Day Celebration 11th December:

The United Nations General Assembly has been observing 11th December, from 2003 onwards, as “International Mountain Day”. This verdict was the outcome of the accomplishment of the UN International Year of the Mountain in 2002, which boosted worldwide awareness of the significance of the mountain, inspired the concerned national committees in 78 countries to make stronger coalitions through encouraging and promoting the establishment of the International Partnership for sustainable development in mountain regions. 

Arrangement & Activities of the Day:

Rock climbing is a physically and mentally challenging sport, requiring an individual to habitually experiment with a climber’s potency, endurance, ability, agility, and steadiness, together with one’s intellectual and mental control. It is a stimulating sport, and knowledge information on proper climbing techniques and practice of specialized climbing equipment is essential for the safe completion of paths. Pakistan International Mountain Day is celebrated jointly and mostly by ‘PTDC’ and the ‘Adventure Club-Pakistan’ by organizing Rock Climbing competition at different famous hills situated in various parts of the country. For examples such as ‘Himalayas’, Karakorum, Hindukush, and the Pamirs.

A large number of people, including rock climbing lovers and especially students, are used to participating in the climbing competition on the day. Rock climbing gives people strength, eternal desire, determination, and great pleasure. On reaching the peak of the highest hill, you used to discover a sense of achievement and a great view. International Mountain Day is an opportunity to create awareness about the significance of mountains to our lives and also to highlight the setbacks and benefits in mountain development and to build a partnership that will carry positive transformation to the world’s mountains and highlands. Finally, at the end of the competition. The Award distribution ceremony is held. And the awards are presented to the winners.