Reena Bhatti, also known as Himputri, is an Indian mountaineer from Haryana, India. She is known for summiting multiple high-altitude peaks, including Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse, which she reportedly climbed within a span of 20.5 hours in May 2024. Bhatti has participated in over 20 mountaineering expeditions across the Himalayas, Central Asia, and Europe since 2019.
Early life and education.
Bhatti was born in Balak village in Barwala tehsil of Hisar district, Haryana. Born into a modest family, Bhatti is the daughter of a tractor mechanic. She earned a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) degree in 2017 and worked in the private sector before beginning her mountaineering career.
Career.
Bhatti began mountaineering in 2019 and has participated in expeditions in India and internationally, climbing peaks with different altitudes and technical requirements.
Notable expeditions.
In 2022, Bhatti participated in the "Depression Against Running" relay, described as one of the longest relay races held in India.
Public appeals.
In 2025, Bhatti publicly appealed to the Government of Haryana for recognition of her accomplishments, requesting employment and financial assistance similar to that extended to athletes from other sports disciplines.