Dorje Morup
| Dorje Morup | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1 October 1948 |
| Died | 10 May 1996 (aged 47) |
|
Police career | |
| Current status | Deceased |
| Department | Indo-Tibetan Border Police |
Dorje Morup (1 October 1948 – 10 May 1996) was a member of the First Indian team to reach the summit of Mount Everest from the North Col.[1] Morup was one among three Indians who died on the mountain during the 1996 Mount Everest disaster. While descending from the summit, Morup was trapped in a blizzard, and died due to exposure.[2] His body remains on the mountain. He is believed by some to be the unidentified climber called "Green Boots" which is used by some as a trail marker.[3]
The body of "Green Boots", which is suspected to be that of Morup.
See also
References
- ↑ Tenzing, Judy. Tenzing and the Sherpas of Everest. Harper Collins.
- ↑ Lambert, John. Portraits of the Himalayas. p. 77.
- ↑ "Martyrs' Gallery". Martyrs' Gallery. Indo Tibetan Border Police Force. Retrieved 2014-01-01.
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