Mount Everest’s ‘Green Boots’ may finally come home as India begins recovery mission

Summary

India is seeking to recover the body of a climber known as “Green Boots” from the upper slopes of Mount Everest, nearly 30 years after the mountaineer died on the world’s largest peak . The paramilitary force, Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), has initiated the procedure of hiring high-altitude recovery specialists in order to recover the body of Dorje Morup, widely known as Green Boots, from Everest’s northern route, AP reported. However, it remains unclear who will carry out the recovery of the body, whether it’ll be done by an Indian, Nepali, or Chinese team. The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ...