Exploring the Real India – A Solo Cycling Journey of 5000+ KM -By Nilesh Kakde In 2013, I took a bold step — a break from my corporate life. At the time, I didn't know that this pause would redefine my journey in life. I found myself volunteering with an NGO in the mystical North East of India. It wasn’t just a change of scenery — it was a transformation. As I wandered through the misty hills of Meghalaya, the wild expanse of the Dibang Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, and the sacred island of Majuli in Assam, I encountered something profound — the beating heart of India. Not in its cities, but in its untouched villages, its ancient tribal rituals, and in the quiet dignity of its people. I was deeply moved by the richness of the land, and especially by the indigenous communities like the Mishing tribe. A silent promise was born in me then — one day, I would return, not as a tourist, but as a seeker. I would explore the real India. The Calling: Over the years, the desire to reconnect w...