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Subedar Tsewang Dorje

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) & Base Manager

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Command Leadership • SPITUK-BASE-COMMAND

In Ladakh, you don't conquer the mountain—you listen to it. Every stone, pass, and weather shift tells a story if you were born on this soil.
— Alpine Philosophy // Subedar Tsewang Dorje

Operational & Mountaineering Background

Born and raised in Spituk, Leh. Veteran of 4 Ladakh Scouts and Operation Vijay (Kargil War), with decades of trans-Himalayan mastery. Coordinates all logistical operations and acts as base camp manager for RRU expeditions.

Significant Ascents & Expeditions

  • ✓Multiple 20,000ft+ Peaks across Ladakh and Karakorams
  • ✓Sub-Sector North & Hanif Operational Recon Missions
  • ✓Eastern Ladakh High-Altitude Patrols & Passes

Operational Qualifications & Accreditations

Kargil War Veteran (Op Vijay)4 Ladakh ScoutsSiachen & Eastern Ladakh OpsPrincipal Training JCO (LSRC)Base Camp ManagerNOLS WFR CertifiedNorthern Command Commendation
Subedar Tsewang Dorje
Lead Mountain Guide // RRU

Subedar Tsewang Dorje

Command Leadership • SPITUK-BASE-COMMAND

Lead Guide Credentials & Experience

Primary Role:Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) & Base Manager
Commission:4 Ladakh Scouts
Decorations:OPERATION VIJAY (KARGIL WAR)