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Climbers must be trained for Everest: Panel after 11 deaths
short by Shailesh / on Friday, 16 August, 2019
A Nepali government panel, set up after the previous climbing season caused 11 deaths, suggested only permitting climbers who have summited peaks of over 6,500 metres to climb Everest. The panel also recommended climbers should undergo training, possess a fitness certificate and an experienced guide. Nepal government was criticised for allowing inexperienced climbers on Everest in May.