Everest record-holder Shambhu Tamang is in need of immediate support to undergo medical treatment. Italian alpinist Giampaolo Corona goes out of contact near Annapurna summit Dept of Tourism issues 876 climbing permits, collects over Rs 448.09 million in royalties Shambhu was 17 years 6 months old on May 05, 1973 -- the day he set his foot on the summit of Mt Everest along with 4 other climbers from Nepal- Italian Everest climbing expedition. Tamang is currently undergoing treatment at the Harisiddhi-based cancer Hospital. Under the circumstances, Everest Summitteers Association has laid a helping hand by providing Nrs 25,000 to Tamang in wake of his medical urgency as a symbol of gratitude for his contribution to Nepali mountaineering. Similarly, the association also wished for speedy recovery of the mountaineer. Everest Summitter's Association (ESA) is a non-profit organization and works for the protection of rights of the climbers. Moreover, it promotes and educates about environmental issues.