Itanagar, March 18 -- The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has launched its high-altitude frontier level cycling expedition, "Veerta," from Arunachal Pradesh's Bumla, situated at an elevation of 15,080 feet.
The ambitious 10-day journey was flagged off by the Unit Commandant on Monday, and features a team of 10 dedicated personnel, including two officers, one subordinate officer, and seven other ranks.
"Veerta," meaning valour, encapsulates the spirit of this challenging endeavour, which will test the team's physical and mental endurance as they navigate treacherous mountain roads and breathtaking landscapes.
Throughout their expedition, the ITBP team will interact with local communities and school children, sharing the Force's gloriou...