Our Team
The HASTPA Team – Leading Himalayan Mountain Biking with
Vision & Commitment
HASTPA (Himalayan Adventure Sports & Tourism Promotion Association) is a registered society under the Societies Registration Act of 1860, dedicated to promoting mountain biking, adventure sports, sustainable tourism, and community engagement across the Indian Himalayas.
For over two decades, HASTPA has been the driving force behind India’s most iconic cycling events — including MTB Himalaya, MTB Shimla, and MTB Himachal.
Our work spans race design, route development, operations, athlete programs, youth training, environmental stewardship, and global promotion of the Himalayas as a premier MTB destination.
Behind every event and initiative is a passionate team of administrators, professionals, volunteers, and community partners who bring unmatched expertise, discipline, and enthusiasm.
Organisational Structure...
HASTPA operates through an elected leadership body supported by an expert executive team responsible for planning and executing all programs.
Governing Body (Elected Office Bearers)
These office bearers ensure governance, compliance, strategic direction, and long-term institutional stability.
President
Vice President
core programs.
Joint Secretary
Treasurer
Societies Act.
Secretary
Executive Body & Functional Teams
The Executive Body comprises specialised teams responsible for planning, executing, and managing all HASTPA activities, including MTB events, community programs, trail development, and partnerships.
Each team is staffed with domain experts, volunteers, coordinators, and field personnel.
1. Race Operations Team
Plans and manages all race operations across MTB Himalaya, MTB Shimla, and MTB Himachal.
Responsibilities include:
- Stage design
- Race-day coordination
- Safety protocols
- Technical management
- Liaison with authorities and rescue agencies
2. Logistics Team
Ensures smooth movement, setup, and operation of all events.
Responsibilities:
- Transport management
- Camp setup
- Equipment handling
- Aid stations & hydration points
- Support vehicles and medical evacuation logistics
3. Route & Trail Development Team
MTB routes.
Responsibilities:
- GPS mapping
- On-ground reconnaissance
- Trail building & maintenance
- Route marking & signage
- Technical difficulty assessment
4. Results & Timing Team
race analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Timing systems
- Rankings & classifications
- Real-time results management
- Data verification and publication
5. Athlete Program & Services Team
Dedicated to rider engagement, welfare, and development.
Responsibilities:
- Registrations & athlete communication
- Rider briefings
- On-ground support
- Youth development & school outreach
- Skill-building and safety workshops
6. Media & Communications Team
Handles storytelling, branding, and digital visibility for all HASTPA initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Race photography & videography
- Social media management
- Press releases & media liaison
- Digital campaigns
- Race documentaries and daily updates
A Team Driven by Passion, Professionalism & the Love for the Mountains
Together, this leadership structure ensures:
- Transparent governance
- Professional event management
- Community-first planning
- Sustainability-driven decisions
- Excellence in race execution
- Growth of mountain biking in India
From the highest passes to remote trails, from international riders to school children discovering cycling for the first time, the HASTPA team is committed to building a vibrant, inclusive, and world-class mountain biking ecosystem in the Himalayas.