Dr. Mohammed Fahed and Ashish claim top spot at Palar Challenge
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Dr. Mohammed Fahed and Ashish from Jeepers of Bangalore domonstarated exceptional skill and vehicle control to claim the top spot in overall class in the 19th Palar Challenge. While the Team BODA pair from Bengaluru Prdeep Kumar M and Siddhartha Chennagiri Santosh were recoganized for their outstanding vehicle performance. The Kodagu pair of Chetan Chengappa and Sabu Xavier of V5 Off-roaders were the individual category winners by showing remarkable driving poweress. The Thar category was won by Naveen Bollineni, Sarfaraz Bhasha and Sunil Kumar.

Terra Tigers, the promoters of the event were thrilled to announce its 20th anniversary of delivering adrenaline-pumping experiences. Marking this significant milestone, the club successfully hosted the 19th edition of its flagship event, the Palar Challenge, a testament to two decades of passion, perseverance, and pushing the boundaries of off-road exploration.
The much-anticipated 19th Palar Challenge was flagged off by esteemed guest Mr. Vinod Gandhi, Managing Director of Geekay World School and Vice President of the Tamil Nadu Cycling Club. The flag-off ceremony kicked off a gruelling competition that tested the skills of off-road enthusiasts and the capabilities of their machines against the challenging terrains of the Palar riverbed.

"Reaching our 20th anniversary is a proud moment for everyone associated with Terra Tigers,"Â said Arkaprava Dutta, Founder at Terra Tigers. "The Palar Challenge has grown to become a benchmark event in the Indian off-roading calendar, and we were incredibly excited for this 19th edition. We are also grateful to Mr. Vinod Gandhi for gracing the occasion and supporting our endeavour to promote responsible adventure sports."
In addition to the competitive thrill of the Palar Challenge, Terra Tigers regularly invites adventure seekers to experience the excitement of off-roading firsthand with their SUV 4x4 Off-Road Expedition Drives. These expeditions offer a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to navigate challenging trails under expert guidance, providing a taste of the adventure that Terra Tigers is renowned for.
The Palar Challenge and the expedition drives reflect Terra Tigers' commitment to fostering a vibrant off-roading community, promoting skill development, and advocating for safe and environmentally conscious adventure practices.