UP Woman First Indian Female to Cycle to Everest Base Camp

# UP Woman First Indian Female to Cycle to Everest Base Camp ### Why in News? Shubhra Rana, a woman from Uttar Pradesh, has become the first Indian female to cycle to Mount Everest Base Camp, covering 1,200 km in 12 days. ### What makes this feat special? - **First Indian woman** to achieve this cycling feat. - The journey began from **Lucknow** and ended at **Everest Base Camp (5,364 m)**. - She cycled through challenging terrains, including high-altitude passes. - The expedition highlights **women's endurance and adventure sports** in India. ### Exam Connect **Everest Base Camp** → Located in **Nepal**, at an altitude of **5,364 m** **Mount Everest** → Highest peak in the world (**8,848 m**), part of the **Himalayas**