Abdur Rehman Palwa is a biker, cyclist and adventurer, as well as a graduate in Philosophy. Abdur Rehman is all set to break the world record and get his name in the Guinness World Record book and to fulfill his dream, he has planned a road trip that is going to be the longest journey in a single country on a bicycle! He is on his mission: “Palwa down the road”, an official attempt for a Guinness world record!
He said, “An Indian Cyclist, Mr. Santosh Holi has made a record of the longest journey by bicycle and in this regard, he cycled 15222 km in a single country. Now, I intend to beat the current world record”.
He began this astounding adventure on 25th October 2017, from Lahore. He achieved Chillum and after that crossed the Deosai. A short time later, he went to Shandur top from Gilgat.
By crossing various territories of KPK he entered Baluchistan; finishing 7000 km effectively he is currently in Baluchistan, aiming to set his record straight. While sharing his encounters, he revealed that his excursion, particularly when he was going through Baluchistan was very intriguing and moving for him.
“When I was entering Baluchistan from KPK, the security forces were telling me that cycling in whole Pakistan is equal to cycling only in Baluchistan. This beautiful place of Pakistan is often highlighted in International media regarding the different news. But I must say that my country is beautiful, and people are so warm welcoming, kind and generous.”
He further said, “When I was planning this trip, people warned me due to security concerns, but fortunately I did not face any difficulty and my experience regarding this road trip by bicycle is simply remarkable. I am enjoying cycling, this trip is actually wrapped with so many surprises and it is going to be the best part of my life”.
He wouldn’t just like to make a world record, however, he also expects to elevate the message of peace to the masses. According to him, Pakistan is the most secure place for cycling, where a cyclist can appreciate the sport in each region of this nation. He met some outside cyclists amid his journey in the regions of Gilgit and KPK and expressed, “The meeting with the foreign cyclist was quite wonderful, they encouraged me when I told them that I am going to make a Guinness record, the longest journey in a single country”.
He then stated, “Cycling is my passion and I am quite fanatical about cycling! It gives me immense pleasure. I must say that every area of this country is beautiful, and Pakistani people are just amazing. During this trip, I spent my time in different places, met different people, although this journey brought different challenges, it also gives me electrifying energy to meet my goal. I feel blessed and I am thankful to all people who have been a great support throughout the journey, this trip is not a trip for me it’s blessing”.
While talking about his further plan, he said, “According to my route plan, my next target is to cover the areas of Sindh and then I will move towards Punjab”.
Cycling isn’t as simple as it looks, particularly in the Baluchistan region, however his enthusiasm did not stop Abdur Rehman. He isn’t just advancing the delicate picture of Pakistan, but additionally spreading the message of peace. He is making Pakistan proud and we wish him all the very best in his mission!
