Geeta Samota, a CISF Sub-Inspector from Rajasthan, has created history by becoming the first officer from CISF to summit Mount Everest.
Trained by ITBP and ABVIMAS, her journey includes completing the Seven Summits challenge, setting national records, and inspiring women and youth with her achievements.
Recognized with top national awards, her victory has energized the CAPF community and strengthened India’s presence in adventure sports and women’s empowerment.
Key Background and Journey
- Origin: Hails from Chak village, Sikar district, Rajasthan.
- Early Life: Talented hockey player during college; a career-ending injury led her to public service and mountaineering.
- CISF Career: Joined CISF in 2011; discovered mountaineering during service.
Mountaineering Milestones
- Completed Basic Mountaineering Course (2015) at ITBP’s Auli institute – only woman in her batch.
- Advanced course completed in 2017 – first CISF officer to do so.
Became the first woman from CAPF to scale,
- Mount Satopanth (7,075 m) – 2019
- Mount Lobuche (6,119 m) – Nepal
