Skyriders Complete Transcendental Ladakh Odyssey, a saga of Grit, Endurance and Purpose
By Wani Majid
Dehradun June 25,2026 :- The Skyriders team, comprising Dehradun based veterans Colonel RS Sidhu of the Mechanized Infantry Regiment and Captain NS Bisht of the 8 Gorkha Rifles Regiment – successfully completed their spectacular motorcycle expedition in Ladakh today.
They set a national record by traversing the highest mountain passes at altitudes exceeding 5,000 meters.Spanning 10 days and 3,100 km, the journey from Dehradun through Mamun, Srinagar, Leh, Patsio and Zirakpur, with 5 days and 1,400 km in the extreme Ladakh sector alone, stood as a powerful testament to resilience, planning and unwavering determination.
The expedition, undertaken under the theme “Shakti se Samarthya”, reflects the enduring spirit of Indian veterans – bold in vision, disciplined in execution, and steadfast in service to the nation.