India, March 13 -- A Joint Mountain Cycling Expedition of the Indian Army and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) was flagged off from Aalo in Arunachal Pradesh on 12 March 2026. The initiative aims to promote inter-force camaraderie, endurance and the spirit of adventure while operating in the challenging terrain of the Eastern Himalayas.

The 11-day expedition will cover a total distance of approximately 578 kilometres across some of the most demanding mountain routes of Arunachal Pradesh. Designed as a test of physical endurance, mental resilience and teamwork, the expedition seeks to strengthen professional synergy and operational cooperation between the Indian Army and ITBP while traversing remote and high-altitude regions.

The ex...