The route to Ladakh is generally full of obstacles due to its steep and rough terrain. Sometimes, the roads are extremely difficult to cross, which is why
many travellers prefer heavy-duty motorcycles for the journey. However, defying all these challenges, a middle-aged woman from Chandigarh rode her scooter wearing a simple salwar suit — and her story is now inspiring many on the internet. The video capturing her journey is making rounds on social media. The video was originally shared by a user identified as Kishore Kumar on Instagram and later reposted on Times Now’s Instagram handle. The Times Now post was captioned, “A woman from Chandigarh rides solo through some of the toughest Himalayan terrains, defies age and stereotypes. Her journey on an old Honda Activa to Ladakh, a route usually taken on heavy-duty motorcycles, has stunned travellers online. Captured in a viral Instagram video by travel blogger delhiitekishore, she is seen riding alone through Manali, Sarchu, Pang, and Shinghudu — stretches often deemed grueling even for seasoned bikers.” The original clip was captioned: “Brave Solo Lady Rider met during Ladakh Ride.” In the video, the man recording spots the woman riding her scooter along the challenging route in her salwar-suit. During their heartwarming conversation, it is revealed that she has already covered Manali, Sarchu, Pang, and Shinghudu, and is now on her way to Kashmir. She also shared that she loves travelling and refuses to be discouraged by the off-roading and rough terrain along the way. With a confident smile, she continues her journey on her old-model Honda Activa, leaving the content creator stunned by her determination.
The video has since gone viral. The original clip has amassed over 1 lakh likes, more than 2,000 comments, and over a million views. Netizens have been left amazed and inspired by the woman’s incredible journey. One user added, ''It's a slap in the face to those who says bikes matter.'' Another remarked, ''The best part? No recordings, no vlogs, no content — just her and her scooter, a soulful and pure ride.''
