The 'Bicycle Man of India', Neeraj Kumar Prajapati, has embarked on a remarkable journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, covering over 4,200 kilometers on his bicycle to raise awareness about the significance of millets. Hailing from Sonipat district in Haryana, Neeraj, originally an engineer, made the bold decision to quit his job and dedicate himself to advocating for organic farming.
Since April 2019, Neeraj has traversed approximately 50,000 kilometers, traversing states like Haryana, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra, spreading the message of organic farming and its importance for agriculture, the environment, and food security. His altruistic efforts have garnered recognition both locally and internationally.
On December 1, 2023, Neeraj Kumar's enlightening journey, which commenced in Kashmir, concluded on January 31, 2024, at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari. Continuing his mission, Neeraj Kumar arrived in Krishnagiri, where he received a warm welcome from Professor Sundarar Raj and scientist Gunasekaran at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Lemichangiri.
In a recent interview with a magazine, Neeraj Kumar expressed his concern about the alarming rate of cancer patients traveling from Bathinda in Punjab to Bikaner in Rajasthan, attributing it to the widespread use of pesticides in agricultural crops. He emphasized the urgent need to raise awareness about organic farming to protect both farmers and consumers from the harmful effects of chemical pesticides.