Pride of Britain winner, Hari Budha Magar, the first double amputee to climb Everest will be at Christchurch’s Regent
WORLD record-breaking mountaineer and Pride of Britain winner Hari Budha Magar will share his inspirational story at Christchurch’s Regent next week.
Hari became the first double above-knee amputee to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 2023.
He recently set another world first as the first double above-knee amputee reaching the summit of the highest peak outside of Asia – Mount Aconcagua. The latest climb means Hari has just two more peaks to complete his goal of climbing the seven summits – the seven highest peaks in all seven continents.
Originally from Nepal, Hari served for 15 years with the Royal Gurkha Rifles in the British Army. In 2010, he lost his legs in Afghanistan after stepping on an explosive.
Following this life-changing event, he found purpose on the mountains and made it his mission to raise awareness of disability globally, to change how they perceive themselves and how others perceive them.
He said: “It’s been a long and hard journey since losing my legs in Afghanistan. There have been some really dark times. Yet with support from family, friends; with the help from some incredible charities, and with a bucket load of grit and determination, I’ve had the chance to realise a childhood dream and make a real positive impact.
“Climbing mountains is a way to show the world that despite my disability – anything is possible. It’s about having the right mindset and adapting to the world around us.”
Hari is now aiming to climb the seven highest mountains on all seven continents. Having now successfully climbed five, he aims to climb the remaining two in Oceania and Antarctica in 2025 to achieve his goal by the end of this year.
If successful, Hari will become the first double above-knee amputee to complete the seven summits – a feat only 500 people in history have ever achieved.
Hari Budha Magar – No Legs No Limits is at Christchurch’s Regent on Thursday 13th March. Tickets are from £20. To book visit theregent.co.uk or contact the box office on 01202 499199.
