Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu, today flagged off a historic expedition to raft the entire length of the Brahmaputra River within Indian borders. The expedition, undertaken by the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS), will commence from Gelling in Arunachal Pradesh on January 14th and conclude at Dhubri-Hatsingimari in Assam on February 14th.
This unprecedented journey, the first of its kind will traverse 916 kilometers of the Brahmaputra River, showcasing its majestic beauty and challenging rapids. The expedition aims to promote adventure tourism, foster environmental awareness, and inspire youth to engage in adventure sports.
At the flag-off ceremony, held at the CM’s residence in Itanagar, Director NIMAS, Col Ranveer Singh Jamwal , briefed Pema Khandu, who is also the Vice President of NIMAS, on the expedition’s objectives, challenges, and anticipated outcomes. The Chief Minister interacted with the entire team, offering his blessings and expressing his confidence in their successful completion of this challenging endeavor. He also expressed his eagerness to welcome the team back upon their return.
This historic expedition will not only be a testament to the indomitable human spirit but will also significantly contribute to the advancement of river rafting as an adventure sport in India.
(Inputs from Lt. Col. MS Rawat, PRO Defence Guwahati)
