BASAR RUNNING ULTRA TRIAL EXPERIENCE SECOND EDITION (BRUTE 2.0)
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About brute
Get ready to “Unleash The Fierce You” with a BASAR RUNNING ULTRA TRIAL EXPERIENCE SECOND EDITION (BRUTE 2.0), Arunachal Pradesh slated to take place on December 5th, 2022. Experience a differential running event filled adventure, cultural extravagance, exotic culinary delight and local festivities and entertainment.
GRK – Gumin Rvgo Kilaju (apolitical and non-profit making organization) in collaboration with Indian Trailways, powered by Race Time India and RunMonks present Basar Running Ultra Trail Experience #BRUTE2022
With a perfect alignment with the ethos of GRK “Positive Minds for Social Growth” and Indian Trailways philosophy of “The Journey of Infinite Possibilities through Trail running”, we believe in unearthing the unknown possibilities through, tourism, adventure, sports, running, communities, culture, commerce and events and along with Basar’s rich traditional heritage we want to build a prefect amalgamation of bringing out Arunchal Pradesh’s hidden gems and tressures to the world map.
As a collaborative thought process, we want to embark on this journey and introduce our 1st edition of the Ultra Trail Run – Basar Running Ultra Trail Experience #BRUTE2022
BRUTE – Basar Running Ultra Trail Experience will envision to bring all the above elements together and through running and holistic fitness we want to promote tourism, adventure, culture, community and commerce in the Leparada-Basar-Mechuka corridor and bring out the untapped and little-known exotic locations in Arunchal Pradesh to the global map.
Come be a be a part of this mystical journey, connect with your inner self and the hidden gems and treasures of Arunchal Pradesh and Unleash the Fierce You at #BRUTE2022
We invite Runners, Sports enthusiast, Athletes, Travelers, Bag packers, Culture and History, Travel and Food Bloggers, Influencers, seekers and travelers who want to reverie in this exotic experience to come be a part of BRUTE and Unleash the Fierce You.
EVENT DETAILS
What- BASAR RUNNING ULTRA TRIAL EXPERIENCE SECOND EDITION (BRUTE 2.0) #BRUTE22
Where – Basar, Leparada District, Arunachal Pradesh ,
When- 5th December 2022
Categories
Elite Ultra Marathon 60 Km
Amateur Distance: 30 Km
Open Distance 10Km & 5Km
BRUTE Promo VIdeo
Arrivals, Departures & Stay
Experience hospitality from the Galo heartland with Homestays, Hotels, Hostels and Adventure Tents to give you an authentic and a raw experience of Basar.
Name & Contact Number:
1- Jumli Riram – 9774687885
2- Taju Doke – 7085113560
3- Daggam Riba – 6909298414
4- Eli Basar – 7085674800
RUN
BRUTE has four running categories covering all type of runners.
-Elite Category – 60K
-Mid-Distance – 30K
-Open 10K & 5K
So if you want to challenge yourself and Unleash the Fierce You – BRUTE is for you.
Name & Contact Number:
1- Karyom Basar – 7085800218
2- Kushagra Sharma – 9886629962
3- Rajesh Narayana – 9844092027
FESTIVITIES
Pre-Event & Post Event Festivities managed by local community team of GRK and will cover-
1.Local Music
2.Local Food
3.Entertainment & Dance
4.Tuck Shops
5.Local Products
6.Adventure Activities
Name & Contact Number:
1- Adv. Kargo Bam – 7085827200
2- Jummi Basar – 9436230230, 8974327242
3- Minjo Basar – 6909123727, 8259865936
4- Tajen Kamum – 9436227369, 9774786940
Travel & Tour Packages
We will be offering Local sightseeing and tour packages covering the Likabali- Basar – Mechuka corridor through the local tour guide and concierge support, handled by community team of GRK.
about the venue
Basar is a census town in Lepa-Rada district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, India. Basar is the abode of Galo people. Basar is subdivided into 2 Zila segments. Basar is the headquarters of the Leparada District. It is also famous for GRK-Bascon
The pincode of the post office at Basar is 791101 and the geolocation coordinates: 27.9889718, 94.6987387. Google map links
https://maps.app.goo.gl/dc83NgGGv3mQzV3s7 Arunachal Pradesh, it is a protected State under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (1873), hence it mandatory for all visitors; foreign as well as domestic, irrespective of their purpose of visit to Arunachal Pradesh to obtain an Inner Line Permit ( ILP). ILP can be obtained from the respective Deputy Commissioners at all the entry points in Arunachal Pradesh. One can also apply for e-ILP at arunachalilp.com.
Basar has an estimated population of 30,000. During the summers, the maximum temperature rises to about 36°C, while the winter temperature can dip to 1°C at night.Basar is located at an elevation of 650m amsl. The route for BRUTE cuts through the trails of the gentle sloping mountains covered with dense evergreen forests, rivers, rivulets, fields, jhums fields and through the rustic villages inhabited by the Galo tribe- one of the major tribe of Arunachal Pradesh known for their hospitality, add to it the rich tribal tradition, culture and culinary of the peace loving people inhabiting the area.For accommodation, Basar has got hotels, homestays and camping facilities. At BRUTE in particular and Basar per se, we welcome runners, campers, hikers, vloggers and adventure seekers and little-known exotic locations in Arunchal Pradesh to the global map.
Schedule
We will package the complete event into three days.
Once the Race ends in the afternoon/evening, We will set up a local festival atmosphere with the help of local community and set up tuck shops and exhibits and stalls which showcases local culture, artifacts and local cuisine and exotic delicacies. Good evening stage setup with local music and song, dance and gala we have local physio and massage counters, and post-race meals to be provided, and evenings and late night could be a gala night with local music and cultural events.
Arrival and departure
- Basar is accessible from other cities and states via roadways, railways, and airways. You can arrive here conveniently via any travel mode and route of your choice. Basar is approximately 2400km, 3200km, 1500km, and 3400km via Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru, respectively. Go through the following compilation of the best travel modes and routes, if a trip to Basar is on your mind!
- By Air.Dibrugarh airport in Assam is the nearest to reach Basar in Arunachal Pradesh. The airport is nearly 150km away, and the fastest route passes through Likabali and Aalo road. Flights from across the country arrive here hence you may choose traveling by air if comfort is a priority and budget is not a constraint.
Listed below are some direct flights to Dibrugarh, along with the airfare estimate.
- From Delhi. Board IndiGo flight from Delhi. The airfare starts from INR 3,000
- From Mumbai. Board IndiGo flight from Mumbai. The airfare starts from INR 6,000
- From Kolkata. Board AirIndia or IndiGo flight from Kolkata. The airfare starts from INR 3,800
- From Bengaluru. Board Vistara or IndiGo flight from Bengaluru. The airfare starts from INR 5,000
- By Road. A road trip via national or state highways in India is an opportunity to witness the surreal landscapes and varied topographies, especially in the North-East states. You can drive to Basar in your vehicle or may get on a tourist bus that runs from nearby cities and states.
- From Tezpur. 395km via NH 15
- From Jorhat. 260km via AT Road
- From Guwahati. 576km via NH 15
- From Shillong. 636km via NH 15
- From Siliguri. 962km via NH 27
- By Rail. Silapathar railway station is where you must terminate your rail journey to explore Basar. Super-fast and express trains from all parts of the country arrive here. From the station, you can take a taxi or get on a bus to reach the desired destination in town. If you are looking for a comfortable and economical travel option then you must consider traveling by rail.
Mandatory documents
It is important to have an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to enter Arunachal Pradesh. You can apply for this online here for Rs.100 or get it over the counter if you’re landing into Guwahati airport in Assam for Rs.400. It is important to declare which district and destination in Arunachal you’re heading to as the permit varies accordingly.
- There are 3 best possible entry and exit points while travelling to Basar, and the mode of transportation is mentioned in the table below.
- From any of these entry & exit points you will be needed to take a taxi/cab onwards Basar and to enter the border of Arunachal Pradesh you will be needed to obtain an Inner Line Permit (ILP) Arunachal Pradesh is a protected State under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (1873), hence it mandatory for all visitors; foreign as well as domestic, irrespective of their purpose of visit to Arunachal Pradesh to obtain an Inner Line Permit ( ILP). ILP can be obtained from the respective Deputy Commissioners at all the entry points in Arunachal Pradesh. One can also apply for e-ILP at https://www.arunachalilp.com
- For best travel experience we recommend the Dibrugarh route, Indigo airlines has daily non-stop two and fro flights across metros, one can take the direct flight to Dibrugarh and take the onward journey to Basar by Taxi/Cab
- We will have local travel desk/concierge set up at Dibrugarh airport for your coordination and convenience.
Entry Point | Flight /Airport | Trian Station | Bus | Road (Distance to Basar) |
Dibrugarh | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (5-6 hours) |
Silapathar | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Guwahati | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Travel & Tour Packages
- For accommodation, Basar has got hotels, homestays and camping facilities. At BRUTE in particular and Basar per se, we welcome runners, campers, hikers, vloggers and adventure seekers.
- For enquiries pertaining to the routes, trails, accommodations contact Mr. Karyom Basar: 9402707020, the local coordinator hailing from NGO GRK who is also an active runner.
- Find below the Hotel Matrix for your stay in Basar.
Accommodation Name | Cost Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy | Wifi | Contact Number |
Liyum & Toter | 1000 (1Nos) 2 Pax 800 (1 Nos) 2 Pax | 1500 (2 Rooms) 4 Pax | Yes | Raju – 9774476912 |
PWD Circuit House | 500 (2 Rooms) without attached toilet | 500 (10 Rooms) 4 Pax | No | Nyato 7085669200 |
ICAR Hostel | 200 (28 rooms) | VIP rooms (2 Rooms) | Yes | Pait 7085669200 |
Rego Palace | 1000 (1 Room) 1500 ( 3 Rooms) 1700 (2 Rooms) 2000 (1 Room) | No | 8723820959 | |
UD Shopping Complex | 700 (3 Rooms) | 1500 (1 Room) | No | 7085429746 |
Hotel Hire | 650 (4 Rooms) Without attached Toilet | 700 (1 Room) Without attached Toilet – 2 Pax | No |
Camping | Tariff |
LaiHo Camping | 650 per person per night |
Call – 6033932896 0r 9402881541 | Tent Stay, Bonfire, Traditional Dishes, Music and More (Extra Charges on Food and Bverages) |
Home Stays | Tariff |
Yomdu Bam – 4 rooms |
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Adv Kargo Bam – 2 roons | |
Toli Bam – 2 rooms |
Likabali
Likabali is a sub-divisional headquarters of West Siang District Arunachal Pradesh. Likabali is one of the most widely known and important archaeological sites of the State. It is also the entry point to Arunachal from Silapathar in Dhemaji district of Assam.
- Malinithan
- Iron Bridge
- Akashi Ganga
Basar
Basar is an unexplored tourist destination in the Lepa-rada district of Arunachal Pradesh. The town has beauty in abundance for nature lovers, adventures for the daredevils, and numerous spectacular sites to satiate your wandering soul! Lush green forests, agricultural fields, orange orchards, enigmatic caves, and fascinating waterfalls aptly define the diversity and the beauty of Basar. The Galo tribe of North East India resides in Basar, a beautiful hill hamlet. Tourists arrive here from all parts of the country and indulge in fun activities like hiking, trekking, and camping, which are the best things to do in Basar.
- Nguda Pokcho Forest
- Bat Cave
- Hido Hidi Waterfall
- Bumchi Waterfall
- Diime Dite Waterfall
- Joli The Sacred Place
- Traditional Fishing
- Experience at Ego Velly
Mechuka
Mechuka or Mechukha or Menchukha (meaning medicinal water of snow), is a Buddhist Himalayan hamlet situated a mere 29 kms from the Indo-Tibetan border, in the West Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh.
With its vast meadows, snow-capped mountains, undulating brown hills, evergreen pine forests, graceful horses running wild, mystical low-hanging clouds, the bluest skies and the merriest river, Mechuka is a visual extravagance.
- Samten Yongcha –
- Guru Nanak Taposthan
- Hanuman Camp
- Dorjeeling Village
- Yarlung Army Camp
- Dzogchen Samtan Choeling Monastery
- Along
- Mithun & Jersey Cross Breeding Farm
- Mechuka Adventure Park – Second longest zip lining in India
FAQ & COVID GUIDELINES
BRUTE2022 is being held in Basar, situated in central Arunachal Pradesh in Leparada District, It is happening on 5th December 2022.
- BRUTE2022 is being organized by a local NGO called GRK (Gumin Rvgo Kilaju) and in collaboration with Indian Trailways powered by RaceTime India and RunMonks.
- BRUTE2022 is a first of its kind Ultra Marathon being held in Arunachal Pradesh, in its first edition the objective of this run is to bring forth the hidden tourist destination in the Likabali-Basar-Mechuka sector, to also bring in awareness of the Indigenous community, culture, culinary delight along with focus on the flora and fauna of this region. This run will also emphasize on the bringing awareness of drug addiction.
- Through this run we want to bring Arunachal Pradesh to the Global Tourism map and project it as a Holistic fitness, wellness and Adventure Hub.
We Invite runners, sports enthusiasts, athletes, travelers, bag packers, adventure seekers, culture, history travel and food blogger, Influencers, seekers and travelers who want to reverie in this exotic experience to come be a part of the ultra marathon and its festivities and travels around it.
- You should come to BRUTE2022 if you like to experience –
- Lesser-known exotic locales and know the hidden gems of Arunachal Pradesh
- Adventure and Adrenaline – Through running, camping, indigenous sports, fishing etc.
- Exotic Culinary, Community and Cultural delight
- Festivities never seen before
- Rejuvenation through the nature’s gifts of the flora and fauna in the region.
- Seeking the next big travel, history, cultural blogging experience.
Refer to the Arrival and Departure guidelines on https://run-monks.com/events/
Refer to the stay, travel and tour package guidelines on https://run-monks.com/events/
ARRIVALS, DEPARTURES & STAY & Local FESTIVITIES
– Adv. Kargo Bam – 7085827200
– Jummi Basar – 9436230230, 8974327242
– Minjo Basar – 6909123727, 8259865936
– Tajen Kamum – 9436227369, 9774786940
RUNNING QUERIES
- Karyom Basar – 9402707020
- Kushagra Sharma – 9886629962
- Rajesh Narayana – 9844092027
TAXI BOOKINGS , ROADWAYS TRAVEL & TOUR CONCIERGE
- MINTU CAR RENTAL – 7002469556
- TAPAN CAR RENTAL – 9365076517
- BRUTE2022 will strictly adhere to Central and Local Government Health and Safety Mandates, SOP’s and Guidelines.
- All Participants/Travelers need to have a mandatory double vaccinated certificates to participate at the event.
- We live in times when COVID strains and variants are the new normal and expect the participants and travelers to understand this. Upon your registration and show of interest we will provide a mandatory health consent and T&C form that needs your acknowledgement and consent.
- If in case of the event being cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the event management team will move/postpone this event to a later date and or give an option for any refunds for any transactions done by participants in lieu of BRUTE2022.
TENTATIVE RACE ROUTE
