Body found in glacier nearly 30 years after disappearance

A shepherd found the body of Naseeruddin, missing since 1997, in a melting glacier in Pakistan.

Body of missing man recovered after nearly three decades in glacier

In a remarkable discovery, the body of Naseeruddin, who went missing in 1997, has been found intact in a melting glacier in Pakistan's Kohistan region. Shepherd Omar Khan discovered the well-preserved remains while navigating the Lady Valley. Alongside the body was an ID card confirming the man’s identity. Naseeruddin had disappeared after falling into a crevasse during a journey with his brother amid family tensions. Despite extensive searches at the time, his remains remained undiscovered for almost 28 years. The melting glaciers have been attributed to climate change effects, leading some to question the urgency for environmental action in such regions.

This discovery not only brings closure to Naseeruddin’s family but also highlights the impacts of climate change on glaciers. The accelerated melting poses questions about our environmental practices and the urgency of addressing climate change. As these glaciers recede, what other hidden stories might emerge from beneath? This incident reflects not just a local tragedy but a global challenge we cannot overlook.

Highlights

The recovery of Naseeruddin’s body underscores a growing need for climate action against glacial melt.