Raipur, April 06, 2026: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai extended his best wishes to young mountaineer Amita Shrivas from the Janjgir-Champa district for her upcoming expedition to Mount Everest.
During a meeting with mountaineer Amita Shrivas today at the Chief Minister’s official residence in the capital, Raipur, Sai said that on April 9, Amita is setting off for Kathmandu with the resolve to hoist the Tricolor atop Mount Everest—the world’s highest peak.
He remarked that this journey is not merely a quest for personal achievement, but represents the soaring aspirations, courage, and self-confidence of the entire state of Chhattisgarh.
Sai stated that Amita’s expedition serves as a testament to the fact that if one’s resolve remains unwavering, no height remains unconquerable. He added that today, the daughters of the state are setting new benchmarks in every field through their talent and hard work, thereby giving Chhattisgarh a distinct new identity.
The Chief Minister highlighted that Amita Shrivas has already demonstrated her capability and tenacity by conquering Mount Kilimanjaro on the occasion of International Women’s Day in 2021.
He noted that her sustained efforts constitute not only a personal achievement but also a living source of inspiration for the state’s youth—particularly its young women.
The Chief Minister expressed his confidence that Amita would achieve success in this daring expedition, hoist the national Tricolor atop the world’s highest peak, and bring glory to the entire nation, including Chhattisgarh.
On behalf of the people of the state, the Chief Minister extended his heartfelt best wishes to Amita for this momentous expedition and wished her a bright future.
