Shergaon, Apr 9: In an attempt to revive the famous Besme Trail followed by the Sherdukpen community during their annual migration during winters,  a maiden weeklong trek was flagged off today, organised by the senior citizens of Sherdukpen community.
The trek was flagged off by V.K.Jawal, the CF of Khellong Forest Division, West Kameng. The historic trek is being participated by two former ministers R.K.Khrimey, D.K.Thongdok, Deputy Commissioner Karma Leki, ADC Rupa and host of participants from Shergaon Jigaon, Rupa,Kamengbari and Doimara areas of West Kameng district.
The trek team was welcomed by former Minister D.K.Thongdok, the Co-ordinator who  briefed the participants about the technical aspect of the adventure trek which follows one of  the most active trail of wildlife in the entire world.
The Conservator of Forest appreciated the idea behind the conservation and protection of  Wildlife and Environment. 
The trek will culminate at Oaktum in Rupa on April 13 next, passing through Peri-la pass of West Kameng which is considered to be the highest elephant corridor of the world located at 11000 mtrs above mean sea level.

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Kenter Joya Riba

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