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77-Year-Old Veteran Rides Motorcycle to Highest Road
A 77-year-old retired army officer named Sohan Roy rode his motorcycle to the world's highest motorable road, Umling La.
He rode a Royal Enfield, showing incredible courage and determination.
He began his journey in Pune on August 20th, enduring rough terrains, weather, and limited resources for 10 days.
Roy visited war memorials, paying respect to soldiers.
His achievement inspired many online.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Sohan Roy, 77, rode his Royal Enfield to Umling La.
The journey started in Pune on August 20th.
Roy faced challenges, including tough terrains and weather conditions.
He visited the Kargil War Memorial during the trip.
His achievement was celebrated online.
- Who
- Sohan Roy, a 77-year-old retired Lieutenant Colonel.
- What
- Reached Umling La on a Royal Enfield motorcycle.
- Where
- Umling La, journeying from Pune through Jammu, Srinagar, Drass, Kargil, Leh, Nyoma, and Hanle.
- When
- Started the journey on August 20, 2025, and reached Leh on August 30, 2025.
- Why
- To demonstrate determination and pay respects.
Key facts
- Veteran's Name
- Sohan Roy
- Age
- 77
- Vehicle
- Royal Enfield Classic 500
- Destination
- Umling La
- Start Location
- Pune
- Journey Duration
- 10 days
Quotes
Lieutenant Colonel Sohan Roy
Retired Indian army officer
“UMLINGLA DONE TODAY via NORBU La Top. Long awaited. Thanks to everyone for your support and inspiration.”
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