Kashmir to kanyakumari distance

Three endurance car drivers, two from Hyderabad and one from Vijayawada, have driven from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, traversing a distance of 3,884 km in 68 hours and 11 minutes. The scorching pace set by the trio is set to break the existing Limca Book of Records of 79 hours and 15 minutes taken to travel the same distance. The gritty drive was led by well-known endurance driver from the capital, A.V.R. Prabhakar Rao (33) and his friends and driving enthusiasts — R. Satya Teja (24) and Y.V. Krishna Rao (27). It began during the weekend and got over by Monday night. Their endurance drive began from Leh at 3.10 a.m. on Saturday, October 6 and reached Kanyakumari at 11.21 p.m. on October 8, Mr. Prabhakar said. Their Fiat Punto car traversed Leh, Manali, Chandigarh, Delhi, Agra, Gwalior, Nagpur, Adilabad, Hyderabad, Anantapur, Bangalore, Hosru, Salem, Madurai, Tirunalveli and Kanyakumari in a double quick time. In between, they had to put up with not only pothole-ridden roads, seemingly ubiquitous throughout the country, but also extreme weather conditions like severe cold and rain, besides dust. “Usually tour operators spend 48 hours to cover the Leh-Manali section of 500 km but we managed it in 14 hours. It was minus 15 degree Celsius in Leh and layers of snow covered our car windows. With no visibility, we had to slow down and could not sleep at all,” recalls Mr. Prabhakar. And when they reached Manali, “the temperature was 35 degree Celsius,” he chuckles. The trio took turns...

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has announced that Kashmir will be connected to Kanyakumari by train by next year-end. Union transport minister Nitin Gadkari inside the under-construction Zojila tunnel in Baltaal, Srinagar, of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. (Waseem Andrabi/HT) Sinha made the announcement after laying the foundation stone for four national highway projects worth ₹3,612 crore in Jammu and Kashmir, including the Srinagar Ring Road project. Union minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari was also present at the function on Monday evening. “By December 2022, Kashmir will be connected to Kanyakumari by train. Besides, the national highway projects will catalyse the overall socio-economic development of the Union Territory,” Sinha said. Strengthening road infrastructure The projects include strengthening and upgrading 43km of existing carriageway on the Baramulla-Gulmarg section of National Highway-701A; the construction of a new double lane bypass from Donipawa via Ashajipora connecting NH-244 and NH-44; the construction and upgrade of a 28km stretch from Vailoo to Donipawa on the Khellani-Khanabal section of NH-244, besides the construction of the much-awaited Ring Road around Srinagar city. The lieutenant governor said that from national highways to rural roads, the infrastructure in the UT had become stronger than ever. “Till 2014, there were only seven national highways in erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir, including Ladakh. In 2021, the numbe...

They're breaking free from stereotypes that define the 'quintessential' women. They speak their mind, bravely follow their heart and gives a damn to those who remind them of the glass ceiling. They're beautiful, intelligent and independent. They're everywhere, all set to write their own rules and be the empress of their own free will. They are the new age women. Meet Sunita Dugar, Parneet Sandhu, and Neetha Jegan who travelled 5,000 kilometres on the road from Hailing from different backgrounds, Sunita being an entrepreneur and a candid photographer, Neeta a manager in Regus and Parneet working for a US based company, they were bonded together because of their passion for travel and the will to do something what very few women have done. They started their journey on August 8, from Kanyakumari. “We made it a point to cover at least 800 km per day,” informed Sunita. With this target set, it was hard for the travelling divas, as they call themselves, to stop for any recreational activities, apart from photography. Kanyakumari to Kashmir While the women had their moments of struggle like — car breakdowns and getting stranded, driving by a region in Because for them this trip wasn't a crazy spur-of-the-moment decision, it was something that sedimented over months after they read about Roshni Sharma, who holds the unique distinction of being India's first female rider to ride from Kanyakumari to Next up, is a trip across the breadth of the country. “Ultimately, we want to be a ...

The sun never looked more gorgeous than from a mountain range viewpoint. India is popular amongst tourists as the country that has it all- lofty mountains, dense forests, vast deserts and beautiful sea beaches. The two places of Kashmir and Kanyakumari lie at the two extremes of India and showcase the diversity in the physical features of the country. The journey itself latches onto your very skin. The journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari is worth remembering for every tourist who wishes to experience the chill and warmth of the Indian mountain ranges alike. Tourism in Kashmir With its sparkling rivers, magnificent mountain ranges, lush green meadows, serene lakes and colorful vegetation, Kashmir is rightly called ‘Paradise on Earth’. Located in the Northern part of India, the state of Jammu and Kashmir has been a popular tourist attraction since ages. Jammu and Kashmir is famous for its The water body is surrounded by Mughal gardens and grows water lilies, lotus and water chestnuts. Sounds like a view to die for! Another lake popular among tourists is the Wullar, which is one of the largest in the continent. It provides a beautiful view of the mighty Himalayas on one side and photogenic valleys on the other. Nal Sarovar Bird sanctuary is also a popular tourist attraction near the lake. The Nagin Lake is located on the eastern side of Kashmir on the foothills of the Zabarwan Mountains. The lake has a beautiful view with lines of poplar and willow trees, the Shankaracharya H...

A 17-year-old boy from Nashik, Maharashtra has broken the record of the fastest bicycle journey across India after he pedalled from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, which is approximately 3,600 kilometres. Om Mahajan broke the record of Indian Army's Lt Col Bharat Pannu as he reached Kanyakumari in eight days, seven hours and 38 minutes. Mahajan became the fastest cyclist to reach from Srinagar to Kanyakumari. Mahajan breaks his uncle's record Mahajan's uncle Mahendra holds the existing Guinness World Records for the fastest bicycle ride from Srinagar to Kanyakumari. But the record was broken by Lt Col Bharat Pannu after he completed the journey in eight days and nine hours. However, young Mahajan broke Pannu's record before it could be entered in the Guinness Book. Read: "I was always into cycling, but it was more about sprinting. I began to dream of endurance cycling and taking part in the Race Across America (RAAM) after the lockdown began. About six months ago, I began training for the qualifier ride for RAAM which was to happen in November," Mahajan was quoted as saying by PTI. Mahajan started his journey last week on a chilly winter night from Srinagar and passed through several states to reach his final destination, which is a tropical temperature place. Mahajan also had to cycle through rain somewhere in Madhya Pradesh and got only a few hours of sleep during his entire course of the challenge. Read:

Nothing can beat a road trip from Kashmir to Kanyakumari Updated May 2020 India — A land of diversity, culture, and tradition; stretches from snow-clad mountains of Kashmir to the backwaters of Kerala. A land of colors, happiness, and taste. A land of dreams and hopes. Planning a road trip in India might get a bit overwhelming as there is so much to see and do. There are a plethora of activities and every city/state is unique when it comes to culture, food, and architecture. Our suggestion is to pick your destination wisely while planning your road trip in this beautiful country. Here’s a quick overview – • Skiing– Gulmarg in Kashmir, Shimla, Manali, Gangtok, Patnitop • Jaw-dropping Landscape– Ladakh, Spiti, Northeastern states, Kashmir, Sikkim, Punjab, Uttrakhand, Kerala • Architecture– Gujarat, Delhi, Hampi, Mahabalipuram ( Tamil Nadu), Rajasthan • Tulip Festival– Srinagar, Kashmir in the month of April • Hot air Balloon– Rajasthan, Agra, Lonavala & Goa • Scuba diving, Snorkelling– Goa, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Mangalore, Pondicherry, Lakshadweep • Sea Walking– Andaman Islands • Island Hopping– Lakshadweep Islands, Andaman Islands • Water sports like banana boat ride, Paragliding, Jet ski– Goa, Mangalore, Andaman, Dandeli, Gokarna • White Water Rafting– Rishikesh, Gangtok • Tea Gardens– Munnar, Ooty, Wayanad • House Boat Stay– Kerala and Kashmir • TreeHouse Stay– Wayanad, Kerala Kashmir to Kanyakumari Road Trip The Journey:Start from Kashmir and end in Kanyakumari. Dis...

Apart from this, the duo picked out the best routes, purchased the right travel equipment and chose the Royal Enfields they wanted to drive. (Thunderbird 500 for Sundar and Bullet 350 for Sachin). They also read a lot of travelogues and travel stories of people who had already done a K2K in the past. The trip started with Sundar and Sachin, and later they were joined by their other friends from various destinations on their way. Together, all of them covered the following major cities (alphabetical order) – Agra, ‘This was a life changing trip for all of us. I learned so much about myself during my time on the road. Trusting my instincts, having more patience, and being humble were few good traits that I acquired from many’. Associating travel as a great teacher of life, Sundar found it to be a perfect source for gaining clarity of thought. According to him, the time he spent focusing on the road was where he was truly living each moment. ‘All my life’s problems seemed small during the journey. Since I was concentrating on what was coming ahead of me, I had all the time to think about what was important. The trivialities were lost and I was able to find answers to questions that mattered. It was absolutely amazing!’ The journey, however, was a tough one for them. ‘From riding in the biting cold weather and fog to escaping accidents to making countless stoppages for bike repairs – we faced them all with courage. There were moments when we were tired and just wanted to go ho...

“What do you mean we can’t leave?” Not that it’s a complaint, given our current location – the gorgeous Vivanta Dal Lake View hotel atop a hill overlooking Srinagar in Kashmir. But right off the bat, this was the first of a mercifully precious few hiccups in an otherwise meticulously planned journey. It turns out severe landslides have all but wiped out a section of the highway to Jammu, and it will be closed for a day while the authorities clear things up. Luckily, we’d budgeted some buffer days on this journey, which we would need to pull off something like this. Devastating landslides in Ramban district washed away the road, but with a quick suspension lift, the Taycan was able to make it through. They say the two types of cars you simply cannot take on a road trip across India are a sportscar and an EV. We’re attempting to do just that in a car that is both – the Porsche Taycan. And it’s not some casual jaunt to a hill station over a weekend; this is the mighty K2K or Kashmir to Kanyakumari – over 4,000km from the northern to the southern tip of India. And before you ask, no, this is not a race against time or a test of range. In the real world, you do road trips comfortably, and that’s how we planned this. Delayed by a day due to landslides, our flag-off from Vivanta Dal Lake eventually happens in grand style. So one extra day in Kashmir, huh? I’ve only so much as laid eyes on this Frozenblue Metallic Porsche Taycan once, at its launch in November 2021, so this is a g...