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Who has become the first Indian-origin woman to trek solo to South Pole?
A)
Sneha Sharma
B)
Aparna Popat
C)
Harpreet Chandi
D)
Ashwini Ponnappa

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Harpreet Chandi


Harpreet Chandi, a 32-year-old Indian-origin British Sikh Army officer and physiotherapist also known as Polar Preet, has created history by becoming the first woman of colour to complete a solo unsupported trek to the South Pole.
 
Chandi announced her history-making feat on her live blog on Monday at the end of Day 40 after travelling 700 miles (1,127 kilometres) while pulling a pulk or sledge with all of her kit and battling temperatures of minus 50 degrees Celsius and wind speeds of around 60mph.

Source : The New Indian Express

Published On : January 4, 2022
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