Renowned Climber RJ Nagarajan Enters Malaysia Book of Records for Accomplishing the 7 Summits Plus 2 Challenge (9 known Summits in 7 continents)
Kuala Lumpur, 7 December 2023
In a historic achievement, Thillaimuthu Nagarajan, popularly known as RJ Nagarajan, has been officially acknowledged and honored by the Malaysia Book of Records. His remarkable feat involves successfully summiting the nine highest peaks across all seven continents, a challenge known as the 7 Summits Plus .
This extraordinary accomplishment by RJ Nagarajan is particularly noteworthy, as it stems from three distinct Seven Summit version, Bass List, Messner List and Hackett list, showcasing his unparalleled dedication and passion for mountaineering. And it remarkably sets a new standard in the world of mountaineering.
RJ unwaveringly tackled the challenge of summiting the nine peaks from the three lists, which are validated by comprehensive evidence. The following are the peaks he summited:
Mt Everest, Nepal – Asia continent
Mt Denali, Alaska – North America continent
Mt Aconcagua, Argentina – South America continent
Mt Vinson – Antarctica continent
Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania – Africa continent
Mt Elbrus, Russia and Mt Blanc, France – Europe continent
Mt Cartenz, Indonesia and Mt Koziusko, Australia – Oceania region / Australia continent
Adding to the significance of his achievement, RJ Nagarajan self-funded all his summiting expeditions, and this approach extends to his upcoming ventures to the North and South Poles. His mission is crystal clear: “Unleash Your Potential and Inspire Malaysia!”
“RJ Nagarajan’s achievement is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the pursuit of excellence in the face of formidable challenges, and not forgetting the “Semangat Berdikari” which Zeroto8000 stands for” said Khafiz the founder of Zeroto8000.
“I am honored to have had the opportunity to embark on this challenging journey, and I hope my accomplishment inspires others to pursue their dreams fearlessly.” RJ Nagarajan
RJ Nagarajan born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, despite leading a city-dweller’s life, nurtured his adventurous spirit throughout his formative years. He rose from humble beginnings, emerging from poverty to forge a successful corporate career, ultimately ascending to the position of CEO at a multinational company in Singapore. Following his departure from the corporate world, he established a consulting business dedicated to assisting organizations with Strategy and Leadership Transformation. Additionally, he actively engages in the field of mental health, extending his support to individuals in need.
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