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Group Photograph & Campfire Evening | 60 Years of Bengal’s Rock Climbing | Susunia – 8 Nov 2025

Susunia, Bankura, India – 8 November 2025. As twilight descended upon the ancient rocks of Susunia, the three-day celebration of “60 Years of Bengal’s Rock Climbing” came to a memorable close. Under a starlit sky, participants gathered around a glowing campfire — laughter mingled with nostalgia, songs echoed across the hills, and memories of six glorious decades of Bengal’s mountaineering heritage came alive once more. This video captures the *group photograph session and campfire gathering* held at the conclusion of the grand three-day event — a heartfelt finale to an extraordinary celebration that began on November 6, 2025. About the Celebration The “60 Years of Bengal’s Rock Climbing” event was a landmark commemoration honoring Bengal’s pioneering role in India’s mountaineering education and adventure culture. It marked the journey that began in 1965 with the **Himalayan Association**, whose early rock climbing camps at Susunia inspired generations of climbers and explorers. Jointly organized by: *IMF East Zone* *WBMASF (West Bengal Mountaineering & Adventure Sports Foundation)* *WBMT Confederation* *The Pahariya – A platform of mountain lovers* in collaboration with **Rotary International**, the event symbolized unity among Bengal’s adventure fraternity and rekindled the legacy of outdoor exploration that shaped countless lives. The Three-Day Programme *Day 1 – 6 November 2025:* The celebration began with an inaugural ceremony at Marutbahar Resort, featuring the felicitation of veteran climbers, distribution of essay awards, and the release of a commemorative volume tracing the six-decade history of Bengal’s mountaineering movement. *Day 2 – 7 November 2025:* Participants explored Susunia’s famed rock faces and heritage trails, attended interactive sessions, and shared stories from early training camps that laid the foundation of India’s rock climbing tradition. A mountaineering photography exhibition showcased rare archival images and contemporary adventure moments, adding depth and nostalgia to the day’s proceedings. *Day 3 – 8 November 2025:* The final day featured thrilling rock climbing demonstrations, lively participant exchanges, and reflections from mountaineering veterans who had witnessed Bengal’s evolution from rope-and-karabiner beginnings to the modern era of adventure education. As dusk approached, the celebration culminated in a *grand campfire evening**, followed by a **group photograph session* capturing the faces of old and new — mentors, pioneers, enthusiasts, and the next generation of climbers. Campfire Highlights The campfire at Susunia’s foothills symbolized the enduring flame of Bengal’s adventure spirit. Participants sang traditional mountain songs, shared anecdotes of early expeditions, and exchanged stories of courage and camaraderie. The air was filled with the warmth of friendship, the crackle of burning wood, and the timeless hum of the wind over the rocks — echoing the passion that has bound Bengal’s mountaineers for sixty years. Senior members recalled the first rock climbing camps of the 1960s led by the Himalayan Association, while younger enthusiasts expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from living legends. The scene — illuminated by the fire’s golden glow — represented not just an ending, but a bridge between generations, carrying the torch of adventure forward. Organizers & Collaborators The celebration was made possible through the collective effort of: **IMF East Zone**, **WBMASF**, **WBMT Confederation**, **The Pahariya**, and **Rotary International**, under the banner of *Legacy Unbounded*. Accommodation & Venue Participants and guests stayed across Susunia’s local lodgings: *State Youth Hostel* *Bamtara Hotel* *Marutbahar Eco Resort* (main event venue) *Kole Bungalow* A Tribute to Bengal’s Mountaineering Legacy This milestone event not only honored sixty years of mountaineering education but also paid homage to the countless individuals who nurtured Bengal’s love for the mountains — from the rocky slopes of Susunia to the snowfields of the Himalaya. The *group photograph* taken during this evening stands as a timeless frame — a visual testimony to unity and legacy. The *campfire* flickering against the night symbolized the undying passion of Bengal’s climbers. 📍 *Venue:* Marutbahar Eco Resort, Susunia, Bankura, West Bengal 📅 *Dates:* 6th–8th November 2025 🎥 *This video:* Group Photograph & Campfire Evening – the grand finale of the 60 Years Celebration of Bengal’s Rock Climbing #Susunia #Bankura #RockClimbing #Mountaineering #AdventureSports #IMFEastZone #WBMASF #WBMTConfederation #ThePahariya #RotaryInternational #LegacyUnbounded #BengalAdventure #CampfireNight #GroupPhoto #AdventureHeritage #60YearsOfRockClimbing #IndianMountaineering #SusuniaRocks #AdventureCommunity #BengalMountaineers #MountaineeringLegacy