TVS Motor Company recently concluded Himalayan Highs Season 2 and has entered the India Book of Records for being the first group of women riders to reach Khardung La on a 110cc scooter.
Flagged off on August 11 from Mandi (Himachal Pradesh), the Season 2 concluded on August 21 when the 11 women riders successfully scaled 18,340 feet to reach Khardung La, led by Anam Hashim.
Aniruddha Haldar, Vice President - Marketing (Scooters), TVS Motor Company, said, "The Season 2 of Himalayan Highs has been a grand success and we are elated that the initiative was recognized by the India Book of Records. The riders showed true grit and determination battling the weather and altitude, while they rode TVS Scooty Zest 110 to the record books. These 11 women riders are an example of the new age Indian women and an inspiration to those who want to pursue their dreams."
Anam Hashim, group leader said, "It wasn't an easy ride to the top as our mental and physical fitness was put to the test with the unpredictable weather and harsh environment. The nimble, however strong and powerful TVS Scooty Zest 110 yet again proved to be a wonderful, able and reliable companion to the girls as they rode to Khardung La without a hitch."
Ebronah Dorothy (one of the participants) said, "The Himalayan Highs opportunity was exactly what I was looking for and setting a new record was the icing on the cake. As a passionate rider, my initial apprehensions were about braving the toughest terrains on a 110cc scooter. However, the journey on the TVS Scooty Zest 110 provided an amazing riding experience, despite the hostile landscape."
The event had massive response from across the country with about 50,000 enquiries from women riders and enthusiasts across all 29 states and select union territories.
