Li Jianming

Li Jianming, 53, was the driver of the inaugural train on the Qinghai-Tibet Railway when it opened in 2006. He played a crucial role in ensuring the success of the first journey to Lhasa, having undergone extensive training to adapt to the high-altitude conditions. Over the past 18 years, he has accumulated over 130,000 kilometers of safe driving, transporting millions of passengers.