On A Bike From Kashmir To Kanyakumari, Two Women Engineers Ride To Champion Nari Shakti
Two young engineers, Tina and Neelam, are capturing attention nationwide as they ride across India to spread the message of women's empowerment. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, their journey has already covered half the country, with their latest stop at Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh's Khandwa drawing a warm and celebratory welcome.
Formerly employed as engineers, Tina and Neelam left their jobs to pursue a mission that aims to inspire the daughters of India and promote women's respect. Their motivation stemmed from 'Operation Sindoor', a previous endeavour where 26 women visited war memorials in Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and Kargil to honour martyrs. This journey ignited their passion for empowering women across the nation.
In their travels, Tina and Neelam have visited several historical and religious sites, including Vaishno Devi, Taj Mahal, Gwalior Fort, Mahakaleshwar Temple, and now Omkareshwar Jyotirling. At Omkareshwar, they were warmly received by CISF jawans and various dignitaries.
Neelam expressed, 'Wherever we go, people listen to us, ask questions, and feel inspired for their daughters. This reassures us that change is happening in the country." During their visit to Omkareshwar, they prayed for the safety and progress of all women in India.
Tina added, 'We want every daughter in the country to believe in her potential. Despite societal barriers that still exist, we're committed to breaking those mental constraints."
Their journey will conclude at Kanyakumari on August 15, coinciding with Independence Day. Through this, they hope to convey the message that today's women are capable in every realm.
Their expedition has also gained significant attention on social media, with many sharing their posts and praising them as sources of inspiration for young girls.
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