Mountaineer Nirmal Purja declared dead; Bear Grylls, Sonam Kapoor pay emotional tributes – mid-day.com

Updated On: 02 August, 2026 10:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
After mountaineer Nirmal "Nims" Purja was declared dead following the recovery of his body, heartfelt tributes poured in from Bear Grylls, Sonam Kapoor and others, celebrating his extraordinary achievements, courage and lasting impact on the world of mountaineering
Anand Ahuja, Sonam Kapoor, Nirmal Purja (Picture via Facebook)
The adventure community and entertainment industry are mourning the loss of celebrated mountaineer Nirmal “Nims” Purja, whose death was confirmed after recovery teams located his body following an extensive search operation. The decorated climber, renowned for redefining the limits of high-altitude mountaineering, has been remembered by friends, colleagues and celebrities from around the world for his extraordinary achievements and inspiring spirit.
Following the confirmation of his death, tributes poured in across social media, with several well-known personalities honouring the legacy of the Nepal-born mountaineer. Survival expert Bear Grylls shared an emotional message, remembering Purja as a fearless adventurer whose determination and courage inspired millions. Grylls described him as a true friend who always pushed boundaries while encouraging others to believe that nothing was impossible.
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