Asad Ali Memon, a student at the Institute of Business Management (IoBM) has accomplished the extraordinary feat of successfully reaching the summit of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, becoming the first person from Sindh to do so. He has become only the tenth mountaineer from Pakistan to achieve this extraordinary feat. Conquering the majestic mountain means that he is now part of an exclusive cohort of individuals to summit Mount Everest.
“As he makes his descent, we wish him health and a safe return to his family and loved ones,” said a press release from IoBM. “We believe in fostering an environment that encourages our students to pursue their dreams and exceed their expectations. Asad's successful ascent to the summit of Mount Everest epitomizes the values and ethos we strive to instill in all our students - a passion for exploration, an indomitable spirit, and a relentless pursuit of greatness. As an institute, we are proud to have supported Asad in his quest to acclaim the highest prize that exists in the world of mountaineering that is, reaching the absolute top of the world,” it added.
Asad Ali Memon's inspiring achievement of scaling Mount Everest, his journey focussed on achieving following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being: Mountaineering requires exceptional physical and mental well-being, promoting the importance of good health and resilience.
• SDG 4: Quality Education: Asad’s balancing of academic pursuits at IoBM with his mountaineering endeavours underscores the role of quality education in nurturing diverse talents and fostering excellence.
• SDG 13: Climate Action: The challenge of Everest also brings attention to the impacts of climate change on mountainous environments, aligning with efforts to promote environmental awareness and action against climate change.
These SDGs reflect Asad’s journey as a powerful testament to achieve the interconnection of personal ambition with global sustainable development goals.
Asad Ali Memon is the only mountaineer from Pakistan who scaled Everest while he was a student at a Pakistani university. He has been juggling between his academic goals and mountaineering expeditions. He serves as a beacon of inspiration, motivating students to dream big, push boundaries, and strive for greatness. Asad's remarkable accomplishment stands as a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and unwavering belief in oneself. The IoBM family takes immense pride in Asad's accomplishment and celebrates his remarkable achievement. As a student, Asad exemplifies the institution's philosophy of nurturing excellence and fostering a spirit of relentless pursuit of goals. His incredible journey serves as a testament to the supportive environment at IoBM that nurtures and encourages students to reach for their impossible dreams.