Dated: 19th June 2022
This is to bring to your notice that HASTPA is organizing this 1st MTB Himachal Janjehli, in association with Himachal Tourism and government of Himachal Pradesh from 23rd to 26th June 2022.
Around 60 riders from around the country are expected to participate in this unique initiative which is aimed at promoting the cycling culture in the state and the country and showcase to the world the beauty of the terrain Himachal has to offer to the avid cyclists from around the world .
We have participants from 6 Districts of Himachal Pradesh (Shimla,Solan , Bilaspur Kangra,Manadi & Kullu ) 8 different States of India (Uttrakhand, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi,UP, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh , & J&K). We also have representation from Delhi Police, SSB , Army & Indian Military Academy.
The Race is scheduled to be Flag-off is on the International Olympic Day on 23rd of June on the historic ridge Shimla. The cyclist will take a round of the the main town of Shimla showcasing our rich tradition heritage and culture to the world and also being the showcase ride for the people of the state .This would be followed by the main race flag off on 24th of June 2022.again from Mashobara Shimla and finish at Janjehli on 26th of June 2022 after 3 competitive stages.
We will cover the distance of 180km and go to the Maximum Elevation around 2750 metres at the base of Shikari mata temple and Minimum Elevation of 800 metres i.e. Tattapani Over the Mighty Satluj river.
The main purpose of this event is to promote cycling tourism in Himachal and specially the beautiful tracks and trails the state has to offer, and also challenge the beautiful and mighty Himalayan Climbs.
In this event we have some very exciting riders including state and national champions like Prathvi Raj Singh Rathoree and Akshit Gaur, the youngest Boy rider of age 10 years Kaustav Singh from Shimla & the Oldest Male Rider of age 60 years Rajesh Gupta. In the girls we have 7 participants and the youngest girl rider of age 13 years Shambhavi Singh from Shimla & Oldest rider of age 25 years Astha Dobhal from uttrakhand.
