66-Year-Old Cyclist Covers Five Takhts in 63 Days to Promote Drug-Free Punjab
Amritsar, June 18:
In a remarkable feat of endurance and dedication, 66-year-old Mangal Singh Hundal, a retired government employee from Amritsar, has completed a 7,130-kilometre spiritual cycling journey across the five Takhts—the highest seats of Sikh authority—to raise awareness about drug abuse in Punjab.
Starting his journey on April 16, Hundal reached Akal Takht Sahib today, completing the 63-day mission that took him across India. For the past 10 years, he has been tirelessly cycling to spread the message of a drug-free Punjab, believing that outreach and personal action are essential for social reform.
“I thank the Almighty for the strength and perseverance to complete this journey. If you make up your mind, your heart will follow,” said Hundal, who received a warm welcome at the Golden Gate by fellow cyclists and supporters, including Sukhwinder Singh of the Turbinatar Group Amritsar.
Hundal’s route included sacred visits to:
- Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, Talwandi Sabo
- Takht Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded (via Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Mumbai)
- Takht Sri Patna Sahib, Bihar
- Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib (via Paonta Sahib)
- And finally, back to Akal Takht Sahib, Amritsar
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Calling his journey a “pilgrimage of purpose,” Hundal described it as a spiritual expression of sewa (selfless service) and kirt (righteous duty). “This is my way of living the teachings of our Gurus—by doing my part for the youth and future of Punjab,” he said.
He also acknowledged the support received from Sikh organisations, Gurdwara Management Committees, and devotees along the way. “People came forward, engaged with my mission, and offered their support—this gave me hope that change is possible,” he added.
Mangal Singh Hundal’s journey is a testament to the power of purpose, faith, and perseverance—a message that continues to inspire not just the youth of Punjab but people across India.
