Sharad Kulkarni

Sharad Kulkarni is an Indian mountaineer. On 22 May 2019, Sharad climbed Mount Everest, aged 56 years and 5 months, becoming the oldest Indian to reach the summit. He is now attempting to become the oldest Indian to climb both the Seven Summits and Volcanic Seven Summits. He had claimed Mt. Everest again on 23rd May 2023 and set new record of oldest Indian to Summit Mt Everest at the age of 60 year and 5 Months.

Achievements

 * 1) Climbed Mount Vinson - at the age of 60.
 * 2) Climbed Hanuman Tibba - at the age 59.
 * 3) Climbed Aconcagua, the highest peak of South America. at the age of 58.
 * 4) Climbed Highest peak of Russia at the age of 59.
 * 5) First eldest couple of india to complete the Assistant challenge with Koziosco peak in Australia. For this achievement recognized by Limca's book of records.
 * 6) Mt. Mera, Mt. Lobuche from Nepal.
 * 7) Completed two full marathons (42.7 km) and 18 half marathons.

Wife's death
In 2019, he lost his wife while climbing Mt. Everest under Hilary Step.

Everest Summit
On 22 May 2019, Sharad climbed Mount Everest, aged 56 years and 5 months, becoming the oldest Indian to reach the summit.