ITBP Retrieves Missing American Paraglider’s Remains After A Challenging 48-Hour Long Rescue Mission

The remains of 31-year-old American paraglider Trevor Bockstahler, missing near Kaza in Lahoul & Spiti, were brought down from 14,800 feet by ITBP mountaineers after one of the most challenging Rescue Mission that lasted more than 48 hours. SDRF and police assisted. The climb involved traversing 1,900 feet of scree and rocky face, followed by a 400-foot cliff requiring high technical skill. The total ascent was 2,300 feet from the road head at 12,500 feet. The Mortal remains have been taken to Police Station Kaza.