Team Leader Lhakpa Tsering: In a breathtaking display of endurance and grit, Team Adventure X Arunachal Pradesh represented by renowned rallyist Lhakpa Tsering along with Naku Hage Chada, and Jaongam Mirip Singpho secured the runner-up position at the treacherous Rally of Himalayas, held from October 9-12. This marked the first-ever rally team representation from the State of Arunachal Pradesh.
Backed by JK Tyre, India’s biggest promoters of Motorsport, along with businessman & motorsport promoter Vamcy Merla and Tanor Engineering, the team battled thin air, deep snow, and razor-sharp mountain tracks and proved that courage and teamwork can conquer even the most unforgiving terrain.
Team Leader Lhakpa Tsering, a rally veteran from Dirang, drove a Toyota Hilux, while Naku Hage Chada from Ziro and Jaongam Mirip Singpho from Bordumsa piloted their Maruti Gypsys. In the competition, Lhakpa Tsering secured the runner-up spot in the Above 1850 cc category, Naku Hage Chada won the Up to 1350 cc category, and Jaongam Mirip Singpho provided vital support throughout. Beyond the podium, their achievement underscores the human spirit, adaptability, and courage required to tackle high-altitude motorsport.
