Home » EVENT: NEW CHAMPIONS AT THE THIRD EDITION OF TOUR de HMUIFANG IN MIZORAM
Festivals and Events

EVENT: NEW CHAMPIONS AT THE THIRD EDITION OF TOUR de HMUIFANG IN MIZORAM

TTT NEWS NETWORK

KOLKATA, 23 SEPTEMBER 2023:

The third edition of Tour de Hmuifang, one of Mizoram’s most difficult sports competitions, was concluded on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The event witnessed new champion in each category.

Mizoram Tourism Department and Mizoram Cycling Association (MiCA) together organise the cycling competition, in which riders of different ages compete in five categories: Junior, Elite, Master, Road (Open), and Women (Exhibition). From the sixty four registered riders, 59 compete comprising of 54 male and 5 women; including two racers from other states.

The flag off programme was held at Vanapa Hall Square. The event was graced by Robert Romawia Royte, Minister for Tourism. The minister, in his inaugural speech, mentioned that Mizoram Cycling has great prospects, and wished the racers to have a memorable time.

Vanlalruata won the Junior (U-18) category, while the Masters category (Above 35) was won by Mr Peter Zohmingliana. Dr Lalrinmawia won the first Open Road category whereas the Main event, Elite category was won by Mr Richard Zorinsanga. All the Women participants finished the race, too. Dr.Larozama, IAS, Secretary, Tourism graced the Medal ceremony as a Chief Guest, chaired by Mr V. Lalengmawia, Jt. Secretary, Tourism Department.

The event was organized as a part of the celebration for the World Tourism Day and to promote Sustainable Tourism.

The Mizoram Cycling Association collaborate with the Aizawl Municipal Corporation, the PM-JAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan ArogyaYojona), and the Ministry of Tourism, GoI, North Eastern Regional Office, Guwahati.

“Cycling offers tourists a healthier, eco-friendly, and immersive way to explore new places. Cycling aligns well with wellness and environmental sustainability. Be a part of responsible tourism.”

“Tour de Hmuifang offers a peek into the incredible beauty of Mizoram landscapes in diversity

The event will leave a lasting impression on the importance of responsible tourism to all of us,”says Mizoram tourism in official  social media page.

Advertisement:

ALPS TOURIST SERVICES PVT LIMITED
ALPS TOURIST SERVICES PVT LIMITED

Currency Converter