Nanda Khat

Nanda Khat is a mountain summit in the Kumaun Himalaya region, standing at approximately 6,600 meters elevation. Glaciers dominate the eastern side, while steep slopes and shifting snowfields characterize the terrain.

The mountain was first documented as climbed in 1931 when Hugh Ruttledge reached the summit with PN Choudhary and porter Pansingh. This ascent forms part of the early exploration of higher peaks in this Himalayan region.

The mountain holds meaning in local mountain traditions and is regarded as a sacred site by residents of the region. This reverence shapes how people today relate to and think about the peaks around them.

The route requires mountaineering experience at high elevation and specialized equipment such as ice axes and crampons. Visitors should prepare for variable weather, thin air, and extended acclimatization periods.

A climbing team completed the round trip to the summit and back in under a full day, demonstrating the relative accessibility of this peak compared to higher neighboring summits. This faster ascent is often pursued by experienced mountaineers seeking to climb multiple peaks in sequence.