Boy decides to walk 22000 km
Small steps often lead to big achievements, and 25-year-old Deepak Verma from Prem Nagar, Kota, Rajasthan, is proving just that. With a mission to spread a meaningful message, Deepak has embarked on what he hopes will become the world’s longest journey on foot. Having already traversed 7 Indian states and even Nepal, Deepak began his 22,000 km journey on foot almost two years ago, carrying a 40-kg backpack.
Boy decides to walk 22000 km
In an exclusive interview with Local 18 in Jhumeri Telaiya, Deepak shared details about his journey. He revealed that he is unmarried and holds a diploma in Mechanical Engineering. He has also worked as an industrial trainee and supervisor in a company. However, during his professional life, he realized the need for significant changes in society, which inspired him to begin this remarkable journey to connect with as many people as possible. His father, Ramkrishna Verma, is a construction contractor, and his mother, Sushila Bai, is a homemaker. Deepak started this journey on March 25, 2023, from his hometown in Kota, and he aims to complete it by 2027.
Boy decides to walk 22000 km
Nights in Forests During the Journey
Deepak explained that he has already undertaken several long treks, including walking from Kota to Kedarnath, Badrinath, Neelkanth Mahadev, Rishikesh, and Mahakaleshwar. During his current journey, he meets people and discusses the idea of “complete national Sanatani unity.” His day typically begins at 6 a.m., and he walks 35-40 kilometers daily. In the evenings, he finds a safe spot to rest for the night. Carrying a camping tent and essentials like clothing, Deepak often spends nights in deserted or forested areas when no suitable accommodation is available.
Boy decides to walk 22000 km
Advocating for Gurukuls and Cultural Education
Deepak shared that people have been very supportive throughout his journey. So far, he has covered Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Nepal, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh. He is now traveling through Jharkhand’s Koderma district on his way to Deoghar. Along the way, he visits major and smaller temples and gurudwaras to pay his respects.
Boy decides to walk 22000 km
Through his interactions, he spreads messages about uniting beyond caste divisions, promoting Sanatani unity, establishing Gurukuls to provide children with values-based spiritual education, and avoiding placing images of deities in unclean places. His mission is to inspire people to bring about positive societal changes through these small but impactful actions.
