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Everest climbing season in disarray after Sherpa deaths

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By BINAJ GURUBACHARYA

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I wonder if this will affect "Imoto san's" plan. If i'm not mistaken she is on her way to climb the Everest for her recording of "ItteQ".

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I talked to some Nepali acquaintances about this. The Nepali government "pockets" massive amounts of money paid for by climbers and the guides (who are risking their lives) get so little.

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The Nepalese announced that those who have become unable to climb this season will be able to return with no additional fees within the next five years. I guess refunds are out of the question?

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