Body of Indian Climber Dorjee Morup to be Retrieved from Everest After 30 Years
Summary
The body known as “Green Boots” is set to be retrieved from Everest after being frozen on the mountain route for 30 years. Indian authorities believe it is climber Dorjee Morup, and the recovery operation could cost up to $80,000.
Key Points
- The body known as “Green Boots” has been identified by Indian authorities as likely being Dorjee Morup, an Indian climber who died on Everest in 1996.
- The body has remained frozen at about 8,500 meters on the Sagarmatha route for three decades and was long thought to be Tsewang Paljor.
- Recovering the body from the mountain’s “Death Zone” is considered extremely dangerous and may require 10 to 12 summit-capable climbers plus helicopter support.
- Morup’s family hopes to bring the body home for cremation in Leh and preserve “Green Boots” as part of his legacy.
