Anmish Varma’s Guinness Record for Seven Volcanic Summits
Why in the news
An Indian mountaineer’s record for the quickest ascent of the Seven Volcanic Summits drew attention in March 2026.
Key facts
- Person: Bhupathiraju Anmish Varma.
- Record: fastest Seven Volcanic Summits ascent, in 92 days.
- Span: Mount Elbrus on one end, Antarctica’s Mount Sidley on the other.
- Timeline: recognised February 2026, awarded in Delhi.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Record body | Guinness World Records |
| Challenge | Seven Volcanic Summits |
| Time taken | 92 days |
| Peaks named | Elbrus and Sidley |
| Awarded at | Delhi |
Exam angle
- Person: Anmish Varma; number: 92 days.
- Peaks named: Elbrus and Sidley.
- Spotlight: endurance and mountaineering excellence.