a. She was not only interested in mountaineering but also in education. Her B.A. graduation thrilled her parents, who had wanted her to be the first girl in the village with a degree.
b. Her mountaineering excellence was recognized. Bachendri was selected for the Indian Everest Expedition in 1984. This was the first mixed expedition and its prime aim was to provide Indian women the opportunity to face the challenge of climbing Mt.Everest. Till then, four women in the world had scaled the peak. The team comprised seven women and eleven men and this was Bachendri’s first real expedition.
c. Her greatest contribution to the poor women with mountaineering skills. Bachendri, whose family was under economic pressure, became an instructor here and reduced their financial burden.
