Episode 111: Summiting the Mountains of India with Amit Negi
“The modern world is encroaching upon many traditional ways of living, much is thrown away and forgotten. I’d like to represent and promote the Kinnaur culture, in order to preserve my tribal background.”
In this episode, Amit Negi, a Mountaineer and high-performing Professional Athlete who grew up in the mountains of India, joins us to share his story of summitting some of the highest and most dangerous mountain peaks in the World including three over 8,000 meters (26,000 feet): Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, and Mount Annapurna. Krishna Kumar joins us as Co-Host and Translator. Amit also discusses:
2:30 - A chance encounter with previous Inspire Campfire guests
4:10 - What life was like growing up in India
7:00 - His first experience mountaineering
10:20 - Early climbing experiences that made him want to keep coming back
13:40 - Representing his culture
17:55 - Experiencing a lot of firsts and what they were like
23:30 - Climbing Mount Annapurna
30:05 - How fear comes into his life
33:30 - His work inspiring kids
38:20 - Sponsorships he offers
42:10 - Closing remarks
You can learn more about Amit by following his Instagram @amit_negi_mountain_boy8848.86 or by visiting KahlurAdventures.com.
See below for photos Amit shared from his adventures.
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