Panaji, Sept. 4 -- Twelve riders from Goa have successfully completed a challenging 2,600-km Manali-Ladakh circuit, conquering some of the most demanding high-altitude roads in the Himalayas, including the world's highest motorable pass, Umling La at 19,024 feet.

The expedition team comprised Rohan Kumarpant, Mahamed Ashif, Veldroy Fernandes, Samison Fernandes, Truman Fernandes, Rahul Sharma, Babani Kulekar, Smita Kumarpant, Samantha D'Souza, Arvind Patil, Truptesh Patekar and Nigel Fernandes.

The extensive journey took the riders through some of Ladakh's most spectacular and challenging landscapes, including the Atal Tunnel, Jispa Valley, Baralacha Pass, Khardung La, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Shyok Valley, Rezang La, Koyul, Kargil, Pa...