Have you ever dreamt of trading grass for rails?
Sonam Wangdrak did. Growing up as a shepherd on the windswept grasslands of Lhorong County in Qamdo, he spent childhood days watching freight trains roar past and imagined himself behind the controls 🚂✨.
Recently, that dream became reality. Through years of hard work and relentless determination, Sonam became the inaugural driver on the Lhasa-Nyingchi route, Xizang Autonomous Region's first and the world's highest electrified railway 🌄🚆.
The Lhasa-Nyingchi line cuts through rugged mountain passes, connecting remote towns and opening new opportunities for travelers, businesses, and local communities.
For Sonam, every click of the control panel is a reminder that no dream is too big—no matter where you start. Next time you look at a train speeding by, remember that your greatest adventure might be just around the corner ✨.
Reference(s):
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