**Executive Summary**
The NCC Directorate Maharashtra flagged off the Pune-to-Delhi Cycle Expedition 'Shaurya ke Kadam, Kranti ki Ore' from Shaniwar Wada, Pune, on December 24, 2025. The expedition replicates a historic route, promoting unity, road safety, fitness, and social responsibility. The event is part of larger celebrations culminating on January 27, 2026, when the Prime Minister will flag in the team in Delhi.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Expedition Details:**
* The expedition is a Pune-to-Delhi cycle ride, covering 1680 km.
* It replicates the route of General Peshwa Bajirao I's historic campaign.
* **Participants:**
* The team comprises 12 NCC cadets, including six girl cadets, and support staff.
* Cadets were selected through a rigorous process and completed a three-month training schedule.
* Youth from five states will join the cadets en route.
* **Purpose and Activities:**
* The expedition promotes unity, road safety, fitness, and social responsibility.
* Cadets will conduct awareness and sensitization campaigns to mobilize communities around the ethos of 'Nation First' and reinforce Unity in Diversity.
* Ahead of the flag-off, cadets participated in social service activities at Sinnar and Shaniwar Wada, including blood donation camps and tree plantation drives.
* **Flag-Off Event:**
* The event took place at Shaniwar Wada, Pune.
* The flag-off event drew enthusiastic participation from youth, NCC cadets, and citizens.
* Bollywood actor Mr. Vivaan Shah joined the cadets at Shaniwar Wada.
* The Prime Minister will flag in the expedition team in Delhi on January 27, 2026.
**Impact Analysis**
**NCC Cadets**
* **Impact:** Opportunity to participate in a challenging and impactful expedition, promoting national unity and social responsibility.
* **Action Required:** Complete the expedition successfully, engage with communities along the route, and promote the expedition's message.
**Communities Along the Route**
* **Impact:** Increased awareness of national unity, road safety, fitness, and social responsibility. Opportunity to engage with NCC cadets and participate in awareness campaigns.
* **Action Required:** Participate in awareness campaigns, support the expedition, and share the spirit of India's young ambassadors for Viksit Bharat@2047.
**PIB (Press Information Bureau)**
* **Impact:** Responsible for documenting, disseminating, and promoting the expedition and its objectives through various media channels.
* **Action Required:** Continue to provide updates and coverage of the expedition's progress and impact.
Key Entities Referenced
NCC Directorate Maharashtra: The organizer of the Pune-Delhi Cycle Expedition.
Pune-Delhi Cycle Expedition 'Shaurya ke Kadam, Kranti ki Ore': A cycle expedition from Pune to Delhi replicating a historic route and promoting social messages.
Ministry of Defence: The governing body overseeing the NCC Directorate.
Shaniwar Wada: Historic location in Pune where the expedition was flagged off and where cadets participated in activities.
Ministry of Defence
NCC Directorate Maharashtra Flags Off Pune-
Delhi Cycle Expedition ‘Shaurya ke Kadam,
Kranti ki Ore’ from Shaniwar Wada
प्रव तथ: 24 DEC 2025 6:27PM by PIB Mumbai
Mumbai, 24 December, 2025
The NCC Directorate Maharashtra flagged off the ambitious Pune-to-Delhi Cycle Expedition
‘Shaurya ke Kadam, Kranti ki Ore’ from the historic Shaniwar Wada Pune today. This event
forms part of larger celebrations, culminating on January 27, 2026, when the Prime Minister will
flag in the expedition team in Delhi.
Inspired by the legendary Maratha warrior General Peshwa Bajirao I, who led a triumphant
campaign from Pune to Delhi—winning 41 battles against the Mughals, Portuguese, and Nizam—
the 1680-km expedition replicates this historic route. It shook the Mughal Empire's foundations
and expanded Maratha control into Malwa and Bundelkhand. NCC cadets, joined by youth from
five states en route, will conduct awareness and sensitisation campaigns to mobilise
communities around the ethos of 'Nation First' and reinforce Unity in Diversity.
Led by Brigadier Sachin Gawali, Group Commander, NCC Group HQ Amravati, the team
comprises 12 passionate NCC cadets—including six girl cadets—and support staff. Selected
through a rigorous process, the cadets completed an intensive three-month training schedule.Ahead of the flag-off, cadets participated in impactful social service at Sinnar (Peshwa Bajirao's
birthplace) and Shaniwar Wada, organising blood donation camps, tree plantation drives, and
shramdan activities. They also attended the Shaniwar Wada Light and Sound Show and sought
blessings at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple for the challenging journey. The
expedition will promote messages of unity, road safety, fitness, and social responsibility among
citizens along the route.
Major General Vivek Tyagi, Additional Director General, NCC Directorate Maharashtra,
complimented the cadets on their hard work and determination, extending best wishes for the
journey.
The flag-off event drew enthusiastic participation from youth, NCC cadets, and citizens, who
cheered the team. Bollywood actor Mr. Vivaan Shah joined the cadets at Shaniwar Wada,
praising their dedication and perseverance. He wished them good health, success, and
memorable experiences, urging the public to cheer them, share their story, and celebrate the
spirit of India’s young ambassadors for Viksit Bharat@2047.* * *
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