Attempt on Hardeol. The Himalayan Association, Calcutta organized an expedition to Hardeol (23,460 feet) in September and October. The team comprised seven climbers, a doctor and two scientists. It was led by Chanchal Mitra. They established Base Camp at 14,000 feet and Camp IV (20,200 feet) on October 13. They had reached a height of 21,500 feet when the expedition was abandoned in the face of heavy snowfall, avalanches and blizzards.

Kamal K. Guha, Himalayan Club