Agartala, March 15: In a historic first for Tripura, certified mountaineer Aritra Roy has set off on his ambitious journey to conquer Mount Everest.
On Saturday, Roy was flagged off by Colonel Sahil Sharma, Commandant of the 35 Battalion of Assam Rifles, as he began cycling from Agartala to Phaplu, Nepal, covering 1,400 km.
His journey, aimed at promoting a cleaner and greener environment, will take approximately 15 days, after which his 45-day Everest expedition will commence.
Beyond environmental awareness, Roy aims to inspire youth by promoting sports and highlighting the dangers of drug addiction.
Aritra, a member of the Agartala Adventure Club, is no stranger to high-altitude challenges.
He has previously scaled several peaks, including Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, and Mount Elbrus, the tallest peak in Europe.
His past achievements highlight his mountaineering expertise and determination as he now sets his sights on conquering Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak.
He expressed deep gratitude to the Assam Rifles and the Indian Army for their extensive support in training, logistics, and providing mountaineering gear, stating that their assistance made his expedition possible.
Roy’s expedition marks a significant milestone for Tripura, bringing pride to the state as he attempts to scale the world’s highest peak.
