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With 40 Participants From Across The Nation, Sikkim Launches ‘Tour De Sikkim,’ A 3-Day, 212-Km Moutain Biking Expedition

'Tour De Sikkim' includes camping in the Gnathang Valley, spending the night in Rorathang, and ending on Sunday at MG Marg in Gangtok.

by Vrinda Arora
With 40 Participants From Across The Nation, Sikkim Launches ‘Tour De Sikkim,’ A 3-Day, 212-Km Moutain Biking Expedition

The 212-kilometre ‘Tour De Sikkim’ mountain biking excursion was launched yesterday by Sikkim Tourism Minister Tshering Thendup Bhutia. He wished the riders a safe trip and commended their enthusiasm. Tshering also urged attendees to take in the breathtaking scenery and discussed the many possible health advantages of riding. Forty bikers from all over the nation participated in this cycling adventure.

A Look Into “Tour De Sikkim” Moutain Biking Excursion

Along the Silk Route, the three-day biking trip offers cyclists exhilarating trials and stunning vistas. Over 212 kilometres are covered during the trip, which includes camping in the Gnathang Valley, spending the night in Rorathang, and ending on Sunday at MG Marg in Gangtok, as reported by CNBCTV18.

This trip is being organised by the Cycling Association of Sikkim, the Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation of the Sikkim government, and the Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure and Eco-Tourism (ICHAE) in an effort to promote environmentally friendly travel and provide an opportunity to experience the region’s distinctive natural and cultural heritage. This event also serves to showcase Sikkim’s increasing popularity as a destination for adventurous travellers.

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Details About North Sikkim’s Glacier Floods Evaluation & Mitigation Plans

Tour De Sikkim
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An expedition team from the Science & Technology Department of the Sikkim government travelled to Muguthang in the Lhonak valley of North Sikkim to evaluate the effects of glacier floods and put mitigation plans into action, according to the officials, as reported by CNBCTV18.

The researchers investigated whether the behaviour of Lhonak Lake was consistent with normal glacial flood patterns. They discovered that as the floodwater from Lhonak Lake moved through the valley between the Goma and Dolma Sampa sections, it slowed down, resulting in the buildup of debris and lessening the downstream destructive force.

A group of specialists from several fields, including engineering, hydrology, geology, ecology, and remote sensing, have examined the subsurface geology and outflow of the Lhonak River. In order to control flooding and safeguard infrastructure downstream, the results will be utilised to assess the viability of a retention structure, as reported by CNBCTV18.

Also Read: Travelling To Sikkim? From Nov 5 Onwards, Gangtok Has An Odd-Even Rule To Manage Traffic; All About It

Will you choose Sikkim as your next adventure travel destination?

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First Published: December 07, 2024 1:36 PM