Nirmal Purja
Nirmal Purja is a renowned Nepali mountaineer and former Special Forces soldier, celebrated for his record-breaking achievements in high-altitude climbing. He gained international fame for his ambitious 'Project 14/7' in which he summited all 14 eight-thousanders in just over six months, a feat that revolutionized the mountaineering community. Purja is also known for his charismatic media presence, including a popular Netflix documentary that showcased his extraordinary abilities and adventures. Despite facing controversy regarding allegations of misconduct, he remains a prominent figure in the climbing world and is a key supporter and mentor to fellow climbers like Christine Vogondy.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 29,136,808 | 26,416 | $34,000 | 31$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,592 | $700,000 | 614$ |
| Totals | 2 | 37,791,430 | 34,008 | $734,000 | 645$ |
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Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Nirmal Purja shocked the world with an Instagram post showing a queue of climbers at the summit ridge of Everest.
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Nepal:
Nirmal Purja guided climbers to summit Kanchanjunga without oxygen.
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Kenya:
Nirmal Purja, a restaurant owner in Kathmandu, shares his observations on youth smoking and peer influence.
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Switzerland:
Nirmal Purja is a famous Nepali mountaineer known for his 'Project 14/7' where he climbed all eight-thousanders in seven months.
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