Dharmapal Fulzele, a member of the Tiger City Cycling Club, completed the journey from Manali to Khardung by cycle at the age of 61. Fulzele retired from Life Insurance Corporation of India in 2021.
Youth Hostel Association of India organised Himalayan Adventure, Trekking and Biking activity, This year only Dharmapal Fulzele from Nagpur participated in the Manali-Leh-Khardungala cycling expedition from June 30, 2023. Total 81 cyclists from all over the country participated in this activity.
Cycling started from 15 mile base camp Kullu. traveling through Marhi, Sisu, Rohtang, Jispa, Xing Xing Bar, Serchu, Baralacha La, Whiskey Nala, Debring, Lachungla, Rumsey, Tanglang La, Leh, the cyclist reached Khardung in ten days. tanglangla Pass is at an altitude of 17,482 feet and is the 12th highest peak in the world. fulzele completed this journey by facing all the adverse conditions without ever letting his confidence and endurance waver in difficult conditions such as severe cold, rain, lack of oxygen.