NRN Portugal President Expresses Grief Over Nirmal Purja's Death
Summary
NRN Portugal President Sujan Lama mourned the death of world-record mountaineer Nirmal Purja, praising him as a source of pride for Nepal and urging the state to protect the identity and rights of Nepali-origin people abroad. Purja died in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan, along with 10 others who went missing in the incident.
Key Points
- NRN Portugal President Sujan Lama issued a condolence message after the death of mountaineer Nirmal Purja, calling him a jewel of the world and a son of Nepal.
- Lama rejected comments calling Purja a foreigner and said Nepali identity should be recognized beyond legal citizenship.
- He urged Nepal to create better opportunities so talented youth do not have to go abroad for work and skills development.
- Purja died in an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan; the organization Shrestha Abhiyan announced his death on social media.
