Most of us let alone cycling 4,500 km, don't even exercise as and make it a part of our daily health routines but it isn't the same for this 80-year-old Kerala man.

Jose, a local resident of Thrissur, told in a phone conversation with TOI said that he is 34 km from Khardungla, the world’s highest motorable road. Due to the sudden snowfall on Saturday, he has not been able to complete the journey ahead.

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Jose, who retired from the post of plumber from Thrissur Medical College Hospital, said that he did not face any major health problem during the cycling trip. Yes, I felt lack of oxygen on reaching Leh. But the allies provided him an artificial supply of oxygen.

Jose has been cycling since the fifth class, said that he has done such trips before. But this is the longest journey of his life so far.

Apart from cycling, Jose also participates in marathons and swimming. Jose’s wife and three children are excited about his achievement, but there are also concerns about his safety and health.