
Get to know Krushnaa

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Krushnaa Patil is a visionary artist, accomplished mountaineer and motivational speaker whose journey spans over two decades of remarkable feats and relentless determination.
With resilience forged on the slopes of Mount Everest and a sense of purpose honed through her experiences, she has tackled some daunting challenges, like becoming the youngest Indian to scale six of the Seven Summits by the age of 19.
Now, she runs a café in Srinagar, Kashmir; a venture that thrives amidst one of the world’s most conflicted environments, embodying her commitment to strength and adaptability.
Krushnaa’s path hasn’t been an easy one, yet each experience has contributed to her unique perspective on life. She’s known for embracing challenges fully, whether facing the icy slopes of towering mountains or guiding CEOs and leaders to new levels of insight and self-awareness.
Beyond the summits, Krushnaa’s journey led her to explore her creativity and personal growth. As a speaker, she deconstructs complex topics with clarity and empathy, encouraging leaders and individuals alike to embrace change, manage risk, and cultivate resilience. Her passion for art and storytelling is intertwined with a desire to create work that moves, inspires, and, above all, makes a positive impact.
Today, Krushnaa continues to challenge herself, finding new ways to turn her life’s lessons into art and conversation that resonate deeply with the world. Awards and accolades mark her journey, but her true focus remains on living fully, inspiring others and transforming lives through her story.
Peaks Scaled
- Mt. Draupadi ka Danda, 5,670m (2008, June) India, Dingad Valley
- Mt. Satopanth, 7,075m (2008, September) India, Satopanth-Gaumukh-Nandan Van-Vasuki Tal
- Mt. Everest, 8,848m (2009, May) Asia, Nepal (Tenzing-Hillary route)
- Mt. Kilimanjaro, 5,895m (2009, October) Africa, Kenya (Umbwe route)
- Mt. Vinson Massif, 4,892m (2009, December) Antarctica
- Mt. Aconcagua, 6,952m (2010, January) South America, Argentina (Punta del Inca route)
- Mt. Kosciuszko, 2,228m (2010, March) Australia
- Mt. Elbrus, 5,642m (2010, April) Europe, Russia (Baskan Valley route)
- Mt. McKinley, 5,750m (2010, May) North America, USA (West Buttress route, not summited)
- Draupadi ka Danda II, 5,500m (2012, October) India, Dingad Valley (as instructor on AMC at NIM Uttarkashi)
- Mt. Makalu, 8,200m (2013-14, May) Nepal
