Kumaon Quest: Revving Up Youth Engagement and Women Empowerment

Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, launched a motorcycle expedition called 'Kumaon Quest' on Thursday to engage youth, promote women empowerment, and enhance border tourism in the scenic Kumaon hills.

The nine-day adventure aims to traverse Uttarakhand's rugged terrain, spotlighting national initiatives like the Agnipath Scheme, Join Indian Army, and the Vibrant Village Programme, according to a PIB Defence Wing release.

Led by a woman officer, the initiative symbolizes Nari Shakti, showcasing leadership and courage. The expedition includes interaction with NCC cadets, felicitation of Veer Naris and war veterans, and promotion of border tourism, all in collaboration with Hero MotoCorp Ltd.

(With inputs from agencies.)