Uttarakhand
Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0 Launched in Uttarakhand
- 22 Apr 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0 was launched in Uttarakhand in April 2026 to promote heritage conservation, adventure tourism, and regional development through a high-altitude endurance event.
Key Points
- Launch: Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the ‘Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0’ by flagging it off in the Himalayan region of Garhwal, Uttarakhand.
- The 113-kilometre expedition traverses three sacred Kedars—Kalpeshwar, Rudranath, and Tungnath.
- It is aligned with the Vibrant Village Programme to strengthen infrastructure and development in remote border villages.
- Objective: The initiative aims to promote heritage conservation, adventure-based tourism, and sustainable regional development in Uttarakhand.
- Organisers: The event is organised by the Indian Army under development-focused initiatives in the Himalayan region.
- Significance: The challenge seeks to boost tourism, generate livelihood opportunities in border and rural areas, and encourage sustainable travel practices.
| Read More: Vibrant Village Programme |
