The Army Units under an Armoured Brigade (the Roarkey Risala) embarked on a bid to explore various regions of Garhwal Himalayas in a multi-event integrated expedition. The event was conducted under the aegis of Army Adventure Wing, Army Headquarters. The expedition included trekking, cycling, white water rafting, skating and motor cycling. The expedition was flagged off on September 25, 2000.

Maj Gen Ajay Sood, Divisional Commander flagged off the expedition. A large number of civil and military officials and school children from local schools were present for the function. At a colourful ceremony, the teams took part in the march past and Maj Gen Sood took the salute. Brig AC Chopra, Commander Roarkey Risala welcomed the general and the guests and briefed the audience on the conduct of the event. Maj Gen Sood wished the Director, Col Devendra Kapur and all members of the team good luck and encouraged them to carry on the spirit of adventure. The ceremony culminated with an impressive band display by bands of 4 Guards and other local units.

The expedition commenced with the launching of the trekking leg, covering a distance of approximately 150 kms, along the difficult and virgin valley of Birahi Ganga and Alaknanda. The team was led by Maj Jagdish Singh Chouhan and comprised 20 members.