Nepali Sherpa climber Kami Rita has scaled Everest for the 29th time, surpassing his own record of 28 ascents. He now holds the record for the most ascents of the world’s tallest peak in its 71-year climbing history. Kami Rita Sherpa sets new record with 29th Everest ascent. Kami Rita Sherpa, also known as ‘Everest man,’ embarked on the Spring Season Everest expedition from Kathmandu, accompanying a team of approximately 28 climbers. Seven Summit Treks organised the expedition to conquer the world’s highest peak. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! ALSO CHECK- 4 awe-evoking pics of the mighty Himalayas taken from space Who is Kami Rita, the ‘Everest man’? • Kami Rita, born into the Sherpa community at the foothills of Everest, began his career as a porter before transitioning into a climbing guide. • He completed his first ascent of Everest in 1994, at 24. • According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Kami Rita has scaled Everest nearly …