Dubai, UAE – Naila Kiani, a Dubai resident and a mother of two, achieved a monumental feat today by summiting Cho Oyo, the sixth-highest mountain globally, marking her seventh 8,000m peak conquered in just seven months. This extraordinary accomplishment sets new records for both Pakistan and the UAE. Naila reached the summit at 8,188 meters (26,864 feet) above sea level at 11:30 am Dubai time.
Originally hailing from Pakistan, Naila Kiani expressed her elation and humility from the summit of Cho Oyo, giving thanks to her family, friends, fellow climbers, and her sponsor, the Bard Foundation, for making this remarkable journey possible.
Naila Kiani’s incredible achievement goes beyond personal triumph, serving as a source of pride for both Pakistan and her adopted home, the UAE. Her record-breaking climbs stand as an inspiration to women, particularly mothers, and mountaineers worldwide, demonstrating that unwavering determination and perseverance can turn extraordinary goals into achievable reality.