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The solo ride by Sadanand Amarapur, assistant director in the RDPR department, had twin themes: celebrate the 75th year of India’s Independence, and spread a message against addiction. All through the ride, Sadanand propagated his department’s flagship project Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Sadanand started off at Katra pon December 1 and rode through Panjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu before concluding the expedition at Kanyakumari. Over the 14-day, 14-hour ride through eight states, Sadanand created awareness on Azadi Ki Amrit Mahotsav, programmes/ schemes of RDPR department, and addictions.
Sadanand had earned the ‘Ironman’ title by completing Herculean Triathlon (3.8km swimming, 180km cycling, and 42km running) in 15.45 hours organised by the Indian Triathlon Federation last year.
Speaking on his ride, the hardcore triathlete said: “Work at our department is tight, but that did not stop me from hitting the Kashmir-Kanyakumari trail. I created awareness against addictions like drinking and smoking. I got a warm welcome everywhere.”
Cherishing his journey filled with the vibrant culture of India, Sadanand said poeple should play more in playgrounds, without playing digital games on gadgets. “This will help one stay fit physically and mentally,” he added.
Mohammad Roshan, CEO of Haveri Zilla Panchayat, hailed Sadanand as an active officer. “Our department is proud of his achievement. Not just in sports, he is committed to his duty too. He has set an example of leading an active life,” the CEO added.