Pakistan’s Shehroze Kashif sells land, car to fund mountaineering – Still waits for government support

“I sold my land and car”: Shehroze Kashif’s heartbreaking plea for support

Pakistani mountaineer Shehroze Kashif, who proudly raised the national flag on all 14 of the world’s highest peaks, has voiced deep frustration over being forgotten by those who once praised his achievements.

In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Shehroze wrote: “My government promised support, but all was forgotten. I sold my land, my car, and remain in debt from past expeditions. How can you do this to someone who raised Pakistan’s flag on all 14 eight-thousanders? @MaryamNSharif @CMShehbaz @TararAttaullah please look into this!”

The tweet quickly went viral, sparking anger and disappointment among fans and fellow athletes who called it shameful that the country’s record-breaking climber is now struggling financially.

Shehroze, often hailed as “Broad Boy” after climbing Broad Peak at just 17, became the youngest Pakistani to summit Mount Everest and K2 in 2021. Over the next few years, he went on to conquer all fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, a rare and historic feat in world mountaineering.

Despite his accomplishments, Shehroze says he never received the financial or institutional backing that was repeatedly promised. He claims to have funded most of his expeditions through personal loans and sponsorships that barely covered costs.

According to sources close to him, the climber now faces heavy debt from his past missions — expenses that include equipment, logistics, and climbing permits worth millions of rupees.

The growing demand for Shehroze Kashif support across social media highlights how the country has neglected one of its biggest sporting icons. Many users have urged government officials to intervene immediately, reminding them that Shehroze brought immense pride to Pakistan by achieving what few in the world have done.

For now, the country’s most accomplished young mountaineer waits, not for another mountain to climb, but for his own government to finally keep its word.