(L) Vivek (R) Actress and international rider, Garima Kapoor was also part of the rally (BCCL/ Aditya Yadav)
The first edition saw a convoy of nearly 65 riders travel from Lucknow to Kalinjar Fort in Banda, covering around 330 km through Kanpur, Bindki and Banda.
Jaiveer Singh, Tourism and Culture Minister, flagged off the expedition and said the initiative reflected the department’s efforts to encourage travellers to look beyond Uttar Pradesh’s established destinations. Harsh Vardhan Gupta, one of the riders, said, “The winding roads and changing terrain made every kilometre enjoyable.” Amrit Abhijat, Additional Chief Secretary & Director General, Department of Tourism, UP, shared, “The objective is to bring these lesser-explored gems of Uttar Pradesh into focus and ensure that the benefits of tourism reach more destinations. For the riders, the journeys offered a chance to experience UP beyond its familiar landmarks.
