Nepal permits hundreds to climb Mount Everest

The spring climbing season on Mount Everest has begun, with eight Nepali climbers reaching the summit and opening the route for hundreds of others. Nepal has issued 456 permits for the Everest climb between April and early June, allowing numerous climbers to attempt the summit. This early opening aims to manage the number of climbers and reduce congestion. The country relies heavily on foreign climbers, who pay significant fees to ascend the world's highest peak. The optimal climbing window is between May 6th and 20th.