Asma had successfully reached the summit of Spantik Peak, which stands at 7,027 metres, and was reportedly in good health when she completed the ascent.
According to the trekking company, she developed a severe high-altitude illness at around 6,400 metres while returning from the summit. She was travelling under permit number PAK-06, accompanied by mountain guide Akbar Ali and expedition guide Muhammad Amin.
Mountain guide Akbar Ali made every possible effort to save her despite extremely difficult weather conditions, but she could not survive.
Karakoram Calling Treks expressed appreciation for the courage and dedication of the mountain guides involved in the rescue effort and said it remains in contact with the relevant authorities and Asma Mushtaq’s family to provide assistance.
The trekking company expressed condolences to her family, friends and other loved ones.