RIMC cadets complete Indian Army’s prestigious Zorawar Cycle Rally to Inspire youth on World Bicycle Day

RIMC cadets complete Indian Army’s prestigious Zorawar Cycle Rally to Inspire youth on World Bicycle Day

Dehradun, June 5

The Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, has achieved a remarkable

milestone as its contingent successfully completed the Indian Army’s prestigious Zorawar

Cycle Rally, demonstrating exceptional courage, endurance, discipline, and teamwork in one

of the country’s most challenging high-altitude cycling expeditions. The World Cycle Day is celebrated on June 3.

The RIMC team, comprising Lt. Col. Rakesh Kumar, Mr. Sanjay Kumar (Art Department and

Adventure Coordinator), and four cadets, undertook the demanding rally through the

rugged Himalayan terrain of Pithoragarh district. Beginning at Gunji, the route traversed

snow-covered stretches, steep mountain roads, low-oxygen high-altitude passes, and

unpredictable weather conditions before reaching the sacred Om Parvat through the

strategically significant Lipu Lekh Pass.

Covering nearly 750 kilometres, the expedition concluded at Pithoragarh, where the

participants were felicitated by the Governor of Uttarakhand, Lieutenant General (Retd.)

Gurmit Singh. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the importance of courage, self-

reliance, physical fitness, and commitment to national service.

Speaking on the achievement, Colonel Rahul Agarwal, Commandant, RIMC, emphasized that

adventure activities such as cycling play a vital role in developing leadership, resilience,

teamwork, and mental toughness among future military leaders. He reiterated RIMC’s

commitment to providing opportunities that challenge cadets physically and mentally while

nurturing a lifelong culture of fitness.

Cycling has become an integral component of life at RIMC, with cadets regularly

participating in cycling expeditions, endurance rides, and fitness activities. The institution

actively encourages both boys and girls to embrace outdoor adventure and healthy

lifestyles.

Mr. Sanjay Kumar, an avid cyclist, marathon runner, and adventure enthusiast, has been

instrumental in promoting cycling among cadets and the wider community. On the occasion

of World Bicycle Day, he encouraged young people to adopt cycling as a daily habit,

highlighting its benefits for physical and mental well-being, environmental conservation,

and sustainable mobility.

The successful completion of the Zorawar Cycle Rally stands as a proud achievement for

RIMC and serves as an inspiring example of determination, perseverance, and national

spirit for young people across the country.

The Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, is one of India’s premier military

educational institutions, dedicated to preparing young cadets for leadership roles in the

Armed Forces through excellence in academics, character development, physical fitness,

and adventure training.