Abdul Joshi, a proud son of Shimshal Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, is one of Pakistan’s most accomplished and visionary mountaineers. Known for his technical excellence, calm under pressure, and a passion for exploration, Joshi has achieved what few in the world have.

He has successfully summited Everest (8,848m), K2 (8,611m), Annapurna (8,091m), Aconcagua (6,961m), as well as iconic Pakistani peaks like Sher Rock Peak and the legendary Passu Cones. His achievements have earned him national and international respect as a symbol of Pakistani strength and determination in high-altitude mountaineering.

But Abdul Joshi is not only a climber — he is an explorer. He has successfully crossed some of the most dangerous and remote high passes in the Karakoram and Hindukush, including:

• Khurdopin Pass (2007, 2017, 2018)

• Braldu Pass (2007, 2010, 2013, 2017)

• Tillman Pass (newly explored in 2019)

• Verzjarav Pass (crossed in 2018, 2020, 2021)

• FN Pass (newly explored, named after Farah and Nasir)