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From Gurgaon to Bhopal & Beyond: Start of Thrilling 2009 Soul Searching Bike Ride
Year 2009 became a pivotal moment in my life. Since 1999, I had been away from family—whether it was for higher secondary education and competitive exam preparations in Bhopal, engineering at NIT Rourkela, or working in corporate hubs like Kolkata, Gurgaon, and Noida. The constant hustle made me question my purpose: Who am I? What…
My 14-Hour Bike Adventure Gurgaon to Bhopal: Start of Soul Searching Bike Ride Year 2009
In 2009, I started my daring solo soul searching bike journey spanning in first leg covering more than 750 KM in a day from Gurgaon to Bhopal Madhya Pradesh, seeking adventure and self-discovery. Riding my trusted Bajaj Avenger, I navigated through Haryana’s serene farmlands, the historic Chambal River bridge, and the rugged terrains of Madhya…
Harley Davidson Dreams: From Childhood Vision to Life on the Open Road
Every child has a dream, often tied to becoming someone or achieving something special. For me, it all began in the late ’90s when I watched a rugged documentary about Harley-Davidson on Discovery Channel. From that moment, I dreamed of owning this iconic bike one day. When that dream finally came true, it became one…
Khajuraho Chronicles: A 2013 Biking Odyssey Through History and Heritage
In 2013, I embarked on a memorable biking adventure along with Alok Gautam (NIT Rourkela Colleague) to Khajuraho, reliving India’s historical richness and cultural vibrancy along the way. Khajuraho, with its intricate temples and profound artistry, crowned the experience, blending spiritual energy with human creativity on stones. The journey to Khajuraho wasn’t just a sightseeing…
Riding Back from Nepal: A Biker’s Tale of Adventure and Friendship Year 2011
BikeRide, Moradabad, MotorcycleDiary, Nepal, OpenRoad, Rudrapur, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Year2011In 2011, my solo bike journey on my trusted Bajaj Avenger to Nepal during my Nainital ride remains one of my most cherished memories. Crossing the border into Nepal was a personal milestone, filling me with an indescribable sense of accomplishment. As I documented my final moments in Nepal, taking in the last frames of…
Riding Back from Nepal: Memories, Milestones, and Friendship Year 2011
BikeRide, Moradabad, MotorcycleDiary, Nepal, OpenRoad, Rudrapur, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Year2011My Nepal trip in 2011, during a bike ride from Nainital, remains one of the most cherished adventures of my life. Riding my trusted Bajaj Avenger, I crossed the Indian border solo to Nepal, an achievement I had long dreamed of. I captured the riding back from Nepal to India towards Rudrapur, where i witnessed…
Revisiting Newton: A Journey Through My Father’s Hometown Year 2009
In 2009, during my soul-searching bike trip, I had the privilege of revisiting Newton, my father’s hometown, known for its historic coal mines. This English-named town owes its title to an English surveyor, Newton, who worked there during the British colonial coal mining era. My grandparents spent their lives working in these coal mines, and…
Newton Through my lens: Memories of My Father’s Coal Mine Town in 2009
During my 2009 soul-searching bike trip, I revisited Newton, my father’s coal mining hometown, a place steeped in history and personal connections. Newton, named after an English surveyor, was once a bustling coal town where my grandparents worked and my father spent his formative years. I relived childhood memories as I attended a family relative…
Crossing Borders: Adventurous from India to Nepal on Two Wheels Year 2011
The spark of my biking passion was ignited during my childhood when I watched a Discovery documentary about Harley Davidson. That vision of freedom on two wheels stayed with me, leading to a lifelong dream of owning a cruiser bike and exploring India’s diverse landscapes. My Bajaj Avenger became my trusted companion for these escapades.…
Crossing Borders and Boundaries on two wheels: Memories from Nepal Year 2011
In 2011, A spontaneous adventure to Nepal make my dream of crossing borders on a bike came true. During my Nainital ride with friend Anurag, after reaching Nanital, I decided to further continue on my Bajaj Avenger towards Nepal, reaching Tanakpur and then crossing the Indian border at Gadda Chowki into Mahendra Nagar, Nepal. Riding…
Riding the Firefox Colorado: My First High-End MTB Experience Year 2011
corporate-organizations, DelhiNCR, Gurgaon, MotorcycleDiary, PeopleStrong, PeopleStrong HR Tech, Year2011Growing up, I was always passionate about mountain biking. My childhood memories are filled with adventures on my Hero Mountain Bike, and during college, those thrilling rides became a part of who I was. But it wasn’t until I moved to Noida that my passion for cycling evolved into something more. In 2008, I had…
Biking Through History: Memorable Ride to Khajuraho Year 2013
In 2013, after the awe-inspiring experience of witnessing the grand Mahakumbh in Allahabad, I found myself on another adventure in Satna, visiting a close friend. It was during this visit that a spark of excitement ignited within me—a spontaneous bike trip to Khajuraho on my trusted Bajaj Avenger. With my college friend Alok Gautam by…
Chasing Horizons: Bike Trip Through old Chambal River Bridge Year 2009
Growing up, we heard countless stories about the notorious Chambal dacoits in the ravines, tales filled with both admiration and fear, reflecting the social divide of India in the 70s and 80s. During my six-month self-exploratory bike journey, where I visited numerous places, my first encounter with Chambal & Behad didn’t disappoint me. Riding my…
Adventure Junkie: Speeding at 100+ KM/HR on Baja Avenger Year 2009
There are moments in your youth when the call of adventure feels irresistible, and I found myself answering that call in 2009. As an adventure junkie with a love for the open road, I wanted to push the limits of my Bajaj Avenger, testing its speed and endurance. Back then, reaching speeds of over 100…
Majestic Beauty of Waterfall: Bike Trip to Bedaghat Dhuadhar Yr2009
In the autumn of 2011, I set out on a bike journey from Jabalpur to the magical locale of Bedaghat Dhuadhar, a place that had long captured my imagination. Riding my Bajaj Avenger, the excitement of the open road and the promise of nature’s grandeur kept my spirits high. As I navigated the rugged terrain,…
Majestic Road of Satpura Hills: Breathtaking Biking on Bajaj Avenger 200cc Yr 2009
In the summer of 2010, I embarked on a thrilling journey that would leave an indelible mark on my soul—riding through the breathtaking landscapes of the Satpura Hills in Madhya Pradesh on my trusty Bajaj Avenger 200cc. As I kicked the engine to life and began my adventure along State Highway 19, the world around…
Chambal River Bridge: Motorbike Trip from Sagar to Gurgaon via NH 26, Yr 2009
In the summer of 2009, after celebrating my friend Amit Pateriya’s birthday in Sagar, I embarked on an unforgettable ride back to Gurgaon, a journey that would etch itself into my memory. The plan was simple—take my motorbike and travel along National Highway 26, but what unfolded was an exhilarating adventure across the heartlands of…
A Bike Ride Adventure from Delhi (Gurgaon) to Bhopal away from city life & job Yr 2009
There comes a time in every person’s life when they decide to break free—unburdened and ready to explore themselves. For me, that moment arrived with the rumble of my Bajaj Avenger as I set out on a journey from the urban sprawl of Delhi (Gurgaon) to the cultural heartland of Bhopal. With a kickstart, I…
Embarking on a Daring Adventure: Delhi to Bhopal Bike Ride 750+ KM in a day Yr 2009
In the annals of my adventurous spirit, the Delhi to Bhopal bike ride of 2009 stands as a daring feat etched in memory. Mounted on my trusty Bajaj Avenger, I embarked on a journey spanning over 750 kilometers in a single day, traversing the vast expanse of Indian Single Lane highways. Amidst the cacophony of…
SSB Interview: Explore Your True Self
As I reflect on my enduring journey with the Services Selection Board (SSB), the essence of aspiring for the Indian Army emerges as a profound memories and enlightening experience. Having undergone the rigorous SSB process over three times, each attempt has been a stepping stone, unveiling not just the life of an Army officer but…
