Shakti Sankalp Safar – Cycling Across India

[ Cycling Across India ]

A National Fit, Healthy & Drug-Free Movement

Subodh Vijay Gangurde, mountaineer and endurance cyclist, is cycling 28 states of India to reach 1 lakh youth and spread a message of fitness, discipline, and responsibility

[ About - Founder of Shakti Sankalp Safar ]

Meet Subodh Vijay Gangurde

He is a mountaineer, endurance cyclist, and Fit India Ambassador from Maharashtra, recognized by the Sports Authority of India

He is the first Indian from Maharashtra to scale 371 forts/mountains of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.in the Western Ghats within 365 days (2020–2023).Maharashtra, recognized by the Sports Authority of India

From a shy village boy with limited resources, he grew into a national athlete and now leads Shakti Sankalp Safar a 1 lakh km cycling mission across 28 states of India to spread the message of Fit India, drugfree youth, and environmental responsibility, and to contribute to Viksit Bharat 2047

Recognised & Encouraged By

Our Mission

Promoting Fit India

We are cycling 28 states to show youth that fitness is a daily lifestyle, not just a slogan

Creating DrugFree Youth

Through talks and stories, we encourage youth to stay away from addiction and invest in sport and discipline

Contributing to Viksit Bharat 2047

This mission builds confident, healthy youth who will help create a developed and responsible India

[ Stories from the Road ]

Stories from the Road

Every kilometre of this journey carries a story. From Ladakh’s highaltitude roads to Rajasthan’s. deserts, Subodh shares real moments from the road with youth

After a long ride through the mountains of Ladakh, I stopped near a quiet roadside at almost 4000 meters. The air was thin, the wind was cold, and the night sky was filled with endless stars. Sitting there alone, I realized that such journeys test the mind more than the body. When the mind stays strong, even the toughest roads feel possible.

In the middle of Nubra Valley, far from any town, my cycle chain suddenly broke. The road was silent and help was nowhere nearby. With simple tools and patience, I slowly fixed the bike beside the road. That moment reminded me that challenges may stop us briefly, but determination always moves the journey forward.

Cycling across the desert roads of Rajasthan felt like riding through endless land and wind. The sun was strong, the roads were long, and silence stretched for miles. Yet every kilometer reminded me why this mission matters — to keep moving forward and inspire youth to choose strength and discipline.

Standing in the vast white desert of the Rann of Kutch, I paused to look at the endless horizon. The quiet landscape made the journey feel even more meaningful. In that moment I realized that one mission, driven by purpose and courage, can travel far and inspire people across the country.

Media & Recognition

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Ready to Join the Journey?

You can support this journey as a donor, volunteer, school/college partner, or media supporter

The Man Behind the Mission

Records & Achievements

Covered 42,900 km in 9 states so far (Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, .Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh)

First Indian from Maharashtra to scale 371 forts/mountains of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the. Western Ghats within 365 days (2020–2023

Professional mountaineer and endurance cyclist with years of experience in highaltitude terrain

Fit India Ambassador recognized by the Sports Authority of India

Featured in national media and digital platforms for inspiring youth, fitness, and environmental awareness

[ The Journey ]

Shakti Sankalp Safar – The Cycling Mission

Shakti Sankalp Safar is a 1 lakh km cycling mission across 28 states of India, starting from Umling La the world’s highest motorable pass—where even machines fail but the human spirit continues

So far, the journey has covered 42,900 km across 9 states of India, connecting with students, villagers, and communities in remote and highaltitude regions. The goal is to directly reach 1 lakh youth and create awareness about Fit India, drugfree living, and environmental responsibility, while contributing to Viksit Bharat 2047

Why 28 States?

Cycling 28 states allows us to see the real India—from the highaltitude roads of Ladakh, the forests of Madhya Pradesh, the deserts of Rajasthan, and the coastal regions of Gujarat

Each state teaches a different lesson about resilience, youth mindset, and the urgent need for fitness, discipline, and environmental care. This journey is not just about distance; it is about **deep, .humanlevel impact** that changes attitudes and habits of youth

Why 28 States?

Cycling 28 states allows us to see the real India—from the highaltitude roads of Ladakh, the forests of Madhya Pradesh, the deserts of Rajasthan, and the coastal regions of Gujarat

Each state teaches a different lesson about resilience, youth mindset, and the urgent need for fitness, discipline, and environmental care. This journey is not just about distance; it is about deep,humanlevel impact that changes attitudes and habits of youth

Stories From the Road

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[ Challenges & Learnings ]

Challenges That Built the Mission

Every kilometer tested the limits of endurance, resilience, and determination.

Through these experiences, the mission proves a powerful message to young people: no obstacle is too great when the mind is strong and the purpose is clear.

Cycling above 4,000 meters, where thin oxygen and harsh weather push both body and machine to their limits.

Repairing a broken cycle in the middle of Nubra Valley at night, using only basic tools and determination to continue the journey.

Resting in empty valleys or bus stands, waking up each morning ready to ride again despite exhaustion and uncertainty.

These challenges shaped Shakti Sankalp Safar into a mission that inspires youth to believe that determination can overcome any obstacle.

[ Environment & Awareness ]

Healthy Nation, Healthy Planet

As we cycle across mountains, forests, deserts, and rivers, we see firsthand how plastic waste pollution, and careless habits are affecting our villages and rivers

Reduce Plastic, Respect Nature

Young people are encouraged to reduce plastic usage, avoid littering, and adopt simple eco-friendly habits that keep villages, roads, and natural landscapes clean.

Inspiring Local Communities

During the journey, stories from the road highlight community clean-up efforts, responsible waste habits, and the role young people can play in protecting their environment.

Promoting Sustainable Travel

Cycling itself is a powerful example of low-carbon travel—showing how exploring India can be adventurous, healthy, and environmentally responsible at the same time.

A fit India must also be a clean and green India

READY TO BE PART OF THE JOURNEY?

Cycle a Few Kilometers With Me

This journey moves forward because people choose to step in.

If you believe in fitness, discipline, and a healthier future for India’s youth, this is your moment to be part of something real — not as a spectator, but as a contributor on the road.

Sponsor a Kilometer. Move the Movement Forward.

This journey is powered by people.

Every contribution helps me continue cycling on the ground (across roads, communities, and states) carrying the message of fitness, youth awareness, and responsible living.

When you sponsor kilometers, you support the real, day-to-day needs of this journey, including nutrition, hydration, cycle maintenance, awareness activities, and tree plantation efforts along the way.

₹50 = 1 kilometer Sponsored

Each sponsored kilometer contributes directly to:

How to Contribute

Sponsor Kilometers

Small or big, every kilometer matters. Together, these kilometers build a stronger, healthier, and more responsible India.

Join 10,000 Indians contributing ₹500 each to make a Difference

✅ for a drug-free, stronger youth and plantation drive of 1 lac trees for 1 lac km .

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Two Ways to be part of the mission

₹500 Sankalp Contribution

Small Contribution.

Massive Impact.

This journey is powered by people.

Every contribution helps me continue cycling on the ground (across roads, communities, and states) carrying the message of fitness, youth awareness, and responsible living.