NTPC Bongaigaon Senior Manager Summits Mount Kilimanjaro
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NTPC Bongaigaon Senior Manager Summits Mount Kilimanjaro

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Cheme Serdeon, Senior Manager at NTPC Bongaigaon, successfully reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on January 23, 2026, accompanied by her parents who trekked up to 5,200 meters.

On January 23, 2026, Cheme Serdeon, Senior Manager at NTPC Bongaigaon, successfully reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters. She ascended via the Lemosho Route, known for its scenic views. Her parents, Pema Tsomo Bhutia and Tshering Tashi Bhutia, joined the expedition, trekking up to 5,200 meters before concluding their climb. Ms. Serdeon achieved this feat without formal mountaineering training, relying on determination and family support.

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Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak at 5,895 meters.

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The Lemosho Route is known for its scenic views.

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The Lemosho Route spans approximately 70 kilometers.

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The Lemosho Route is considered one of the safest and highest-success-rate routes on Mount Kilimanjaro.

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