786 Ride Across India

Tracing 786 Across India – A Ride of Faith and Blessings

Back in 2017, I set out on something that was more than just a ride—it was a personal mission. I wanted to trace the number 786 on the map of India using my route. For many of us in South Asia, 786 isn’t just a number. It stands for Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim—In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

I didn’t want this to be just another travel story. I wanted it to stand for something bigger—peace, faith, and unity.

The ride started with 8,786 km over 24 days, across seven states—Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. But I didn’t stop there. I kept riding, and the journey eventually stretched to 12,786 km, covering 16 states all over the country—including the north and the east.

But this wasn’t just about the distance. What really made it special were the people. Everywhere I stopped—whether it was a small village or a busy city—people welcomed me with open arms, offered me food, a place to rest, and often just kind words and smiles. That kindness stayed with me.

Each stop, each road, each long hour on the saddle was part of a much bigger picture. This ride wasn’t just about a line on the map—it was about sending a message. That no matter where we come from, we’re all connected, and when you ride with purpose, people feel it.

This ride, like all my rides, is part of the message I created and believe in deeply: “Hum Sab Ek Hai” — We Are All One.