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New Delhi : A Cycling expedition was organised by 7 BRD (Base Repair Depot), IAF, as part of “Swarnim Vijay Celebration” of the 50th Anniversary of the 1971 War. The expedition was flagged off at AF Station Tughlakabad, New Delhi, on March 5, 2021
The expedition team comprising 30 Air warriors led by Air Commodore Y Umesh, Air Officer Commanding, 7 BRD, covered a distance of 100+ km on cycle from AF Station Pathankot to Dharamshala, Mcleodganj, and Yol Cantt followed by a Trekking expedition of 18 km from Mcleodganj to Triund Top on March 6 and March 7, 2021.
The team stopped enroute at colleges and villages to spread awareness among youth on career prospects available in the Indian Air Force and showcased the spirit of adventure with the message “Life with thrill and challenges”, according to a PIB release.