Uttarakhand is now able to officially welcome 83 major Himalayan summits for expedition climbing, which is a significant development in Mountaineering and Adventure Tourism in Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami made the announcement on February 3rd, 2026. The announcement includes access for climbers to the Himalayan Peaks located in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions of Uttarakhand. The summits vary in elevation from 5,700 meters to 7,756 meters. Indian climbers rejoice, as they no longer must pay any fees related to expeditions. The purpose of the initiative is to promote mountaineering and adventure tourism in Uttarakhand, create jobs for residents living in remote border areas, and establish Uttarakhand as an international destination for mountaineering in the Himalayas.
Iconic Himalayan Summits Now Open for Expeditions
Some of India’s most challenging and breathtakingly beautiful mountains are now accessible to climbers. These well-known Himalayan climbing peaks are acknowledged for both their challenge and their visual splendor.
Notable Summits Include
- Mount Kamet (7,756 m) – The second-highest peak in Uttarakhand
- Nanda Devi East (7,434 m) – One of the most iconic Himalayan summits
- Chaukhamba Group – Known for its four-pillared massif
- Trishul Group
- Shivling
- Satopanth
- Changabang
- Panchachuli
- Neelkanth
Mountaineering in the Garhwal and Kumaon regions is located within the boundaries of Chamoli, Uttarkashi, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar, Rudraprayag and Tehri Garhwal Districts, so there is now a great deal of potential for well-developed and properly controlled peak climbing activity in Uttarakhand.
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Complete Fee Waiver for Indian Mountaineers
In a move designed to remove financial barriers and encourage youth participation:
- Peak permit fees: Waived
- Camping fees: Waived
- Trail management fees: Waived
- Environmental charges: Waived
The state government will now bear all costs associated with prior collection by Forest Department or Indian Mountaineering Foundation.
For international climbers:
- All additional state-level fees are eliminated.
- Only standard IMF prescribed rates apply.
This policy shift significantly lowers the entry threshold for Mountaineering in Uttarakhand, making high-altitude expeditions more accessible while retaining regulatory oversight.
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Digital Clearance Available Through UKMPS
All expedition application submissions are now required to use the UKMPS (Uttarakhand Mountaineering Permission System) application process, which aims to reduce bureaucratic delays and provide a more efficient approval process.
Key Points:
- Digital, single-window portal
- Faster processing of applications
- Transparent mechanism for approval
- Centralized tracking of all expeditions
This reform enhances the governance of the state while supporting the continued growth of Mountaineering and Adventure Tourism in Uttarakhand.
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Conservation Through Regulation: Safety & Sustainability First
Protecting the environment by regulating its use: sustainability comes before all other priorities. Although access has been improved there are still strict environmental & safety protections in place.
All Expeditions must:
- Meet international safety and routing
- Comply with waste management norms
- Complying with “leave no trace” principle
- Implementing environmental regulations according to the applicable authority
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A Milestone for Adventure Tourism in the Himalayas
The announcement made by bringing 83 summits to the market is a turning point for Mountaineering and Adventure Tourism in Uttarakhand. The government of Uttarakhand has developed a structured approach to enhance responsible exploration of the Himalayas by committing to provide financial relief, digital transparency, and environmental safeguards. The state is building upon its reputation as a foreign tourist destination for climbing some of the most sought-after peaks in the Himalayas, and is emerging as a global centre of sustainable, high-altitude adventure, and contributing to the economy of Uttarakhand, as well as being recognized as a credible player in the world of Mountain Climbing.
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