John Khammuanlal Gwite: The Globetrotting Cyclist From Manipur

John Khammuanlal Gwite, a Paite-Zomi from Churachandpur in conflict-ridden Manipur, finished the arduous 1,200 km course of Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) in 59 hours earlier this week.

When John Khammuanlal Gwite (46) started cycling two years ago, at the peak of Covid-19 first wave, he was sure of one thing, that fitness cannot leave out mental health, community and well being.

Mr Gwite, a Paite-Zomi from Churachandpur in conflict-ridden Manipur, finished the arduous 1,200 km course of Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP) in 59 hours earlier this week.

Considered the oldest cycling event, dating back to 1891, it is a grueling race that takes participants from Paris to the Atlantic coast and back.