Dehradun, June 22 -- In the midst of recent shocking news about the helicopter crash returning from Kedarnath that took away seven precious lives, I happened to meet and interact with somebody, who had chosen a different way to go to Kedarnath to meet his God.

Instead of the easier and faster path (which many with fat pockets choose), he decided to walk (repeat walk) all the way from Dehradun to Kedarnath on his own. He is Neeraj Bhambhu, who runs a Gym called "3iFitness" on the Canal Road in Dehradun.

He left Dehradun on 30 May 2025 to meet his God, Lord Shiva in Kedarnath. Walking with rubber slippers and a small backpack, he had nothing but his faith, determination and "Om Namah Shivai" on his lips. And yes, his lips were also sealed...