The National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS), a leading training institute situated in West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, made headlines recently when they announced their cycling expedition to Yangon, Myanmar. The team embarked on the journey on 25th December 2019, with the Ministry of Defence being responsible for funding the project. This has sparked interest and excitement among adventure sports enthusiasts.
The Cycling Expedition and its Funding
The NIMAS staff’s cycling expedition is set to cover an array of Southeast Asian countries including Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia. The team will be pedaling their way up to the Malaysia-Singapore border. Adventure sports enthusiasts across the world are eagerly awaiting updates from this exciting expedition. The Ministry of Defence is funding the expedition, highlighting their support and encouragement for staff initiatives that promote physical fitness and adventure-based learning.
About National Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (NIMAS)
NIMAS is an advanced sports training institute located in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. It functions under the control and superintendence of the Ministry of Defense. Offering a unique blend of training across land, air, and water, NIMAS has carved itself a niche in the realm of adventure sports training.
| Fact | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh |
| Operates Under | Ministry of Defense |
| Training Areas | Land, Air and Water |
| Noteworthy Aspect | First of its kind to allow civilians to experience challenges across various outdoor surfaces |
Training Programmes
NIMAS extends its unique training approach to not only defence personnel but also to civilians who are interested in pursuing a career in adventure sports. The combination of various outdoor surfaces helps individuals to experience challenges and prepare themselves for diverse adventure scenarios. The institute’s structured training modules are designed to provide enrichment and skill enhancement for defence personnel, encouraging them to build their physical strength and enhance their tactical skills.
Source: PIB
The NIMAS cycling expedition has not only piqued the interest of adventure sports enthusiasts but also provided an example of how defense institutions can encourage physical fitness and adventure-based experiential learning. The Ministry of Defence’s endorsement of the expedition further underscores the importance of such initiatives.
