Indian Trekker Dies of Altitude Sickness at 4,200 Meters on Nepal's Annapurna Circuit

Nov 06, 2025 12:01 am CST

A 54-year-old Indian trekker, Pintu Mukherji, has died from high-altitude sickness near Thorang Pass on Nepal's Annapurna Circuit. After complaining of chest pain and collapsing during the trek, he passed away while being transported to a medical facility from an elevation of 4,200 meters.