Avtar Singh Cheema Death
Avtar passed away in 1989 at the age of 56.
Avtar Singh Cheema death quick facts:
When did Avtar Singh Cheema die?
1989How old was Avtar Singh Cheema when died?
56
Avtar Singh Cheema Birthday and Date of Death
Avtar Singh Cheema was born in 1933 and died in 1989. Avtar was 56 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: 1933
Date of Death: 1989
Age at Death: 56
Avtar Singh Cheema - Biography
Avtar Singh Cheema (1933–1989): was the first Indian to lead a successful expedition that climbed Mount Everest. He was a part of the third mission undertaken by the Indian Army, in 1965, to climb Mt. Everest after two failed attempts. He successfully conquered the mountain on 20 May 1965. He was a Captain in the 7th Bn Parachute regiment at that time. Later he was promoted to colonel.
