Harpreet Singh “Harry” Cheema and Navneet Kaur “Nav” Cheema—an inspiring husband-and-wife duo now based in Ann Arbor, Michigan—have achieved a mountaineering milestone that places them among the world’s elite adventurers. They are officially the first Indian-born married couple and the first Sikh couple globally to successfully complete the Seven Summits—the highest peak on each continent.
Born in India—Harry in Sangrur, Punjab, and Nav in New Delhi—their accomplishment is a moment of immense pride for the Sikh community worldwide, for India, and for the United States, where they now reside. To date, fewer than five couples worldwide have climbed all Seven Summits together, making their success a rare and extraordinary achievement.
The world first felt the power of their mission on May 23, 2024, at 7:50 AM, when they stood at the summit of Mount Everest (8,849 m / 29,032 ft). There, they unfurled the Nishan Sahib, the sacred Sikh flag, and recited Gagan Main Thaal, offering prayers for world peace, equality, and harmony. It was a moving tribute to their faith, courage, and identity—symbolizing the spirit of Sikhism:
Nirbhau, Nirvair – Without Fear, Without Hate.
Their final summit came on October 29, 2025, on the remote and technically demanding Carstensz Pyramid in Papua, Indonesia. This climb marked the completion of their Seven Summits quest—a dream achieved through unwavering teamwork, grit, and a love strengthened at the world’s highest places.
| Continent | Mountain | Height | Country | Summit Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | Kilimanjaro | 5,895 m / 19,341 ft | Tanzania | Oct 13, 2019 |
| Europe | Mt. Elbrus | 5,642 m / 18,510 ft | Russia | Jun 28, 2022 |
| South America | Aconcagua | 6,961 m / 22,838 ft | Argentina | Jan 14, 2023 |
| North America | Denali | 6,194 m / 20,322 ft | USA (Alaska) | Jun 12, 2023 |
| Asia | Mount Everest | 8,849 m / 29,032 ft | Nepal/China | May 23, 2024 |
| Antarctica | Mt. Vinson | 4,892 m / 16,050 ft | Antarctica | Jan 7, 2025 |
| Oceania | Carstensz Pyramid | 4,884 m / 16,024 ft | Indonesia (Papua) | Oct 29, 2025 |
Harry and Nav’s journey is more than a mountaineering record—it is a story of possibility.
A reminder that:
✅ Love can be a climbing rope.
✅ Faith can be a harness.
✅ Determination can take you beyond imagined limits.
Their success now stands as a beacon of hope—encouraging couples, dreamers, and adventurers everywhere to believe that extraordinary dreams can become reality, even in the face of the toughest challenges.
14 Peaks Expedition is honored and proud to have supported their remarkable journey and shared in this moment of history.
Here’s to more heights, more dreams, and more inspirations ahead!
