Pakistani mountaineer Shehroze Kashif has expressed disappointment over the government’s failure to honor its promise of financial assistance following his historic achievement of climbing all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Shehroze Kashif wrote that despite multiple assurances, no support was provided. “My government promised support, but all was forgotten. I sold my land, my car, and remain in debt from past expeditions. How can you do this to someone who raised Pakistan’s flag on all 14 eight-thousanders?” he stated.
The young climber tagged Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, urging them to take immediate notice of his situation.
According to Shehroze, he spent nearly Rs 40 million on his mountaineering expeditions and is now struggling to manage his financial burden. He also revealed that he underwent a major back surgery, during which metal rods were inserted into his spine. “No one even took responsibility for my medical bills,” he added, highlighting the lack of institutional support.
The 22-year-old mountaineer, often celebrated as the pride of Pakistan, said the government’s silence has left him disheartened. “If this continues, I might consider moving abroad to pursue better opportunities,” Shehroze Kashif said, hinting at frustration over the country’s neglect of its national heroes.
Shehroze Kashif holds the record as the youngest Pakistani to summit all 14 of the world’s highest peaks, an accomplishment that brought global recognition to Pakistan’s mountaineering community.
Despite his monumental achievements, his current struggle reflects the broader challenges faced by Pakistani athletes and adventurers who receive little financial or institutional backing after representing their nation on international platforms.
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As his story gains traction online, many supporters are calling on the government to deliver the promised aid and ensure that heroes like Shehroze receive the recognition and assistance they deserve.
