Dehradun: ARUNODAY TIMES
Renowned cyclist and social awareness activist Somen Devnath, who has travelled across the world on a bicycle to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS, met Dehradun Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) at the Police Office on Wednesday, September 23.
Devnath is currently undertaking the “Reunion Bharat, One Tree” awareness journey. Over the past 19 years, he has travelled across seven continents and 191 countries, covering around 2 lakh kilometres by bicycle while conducting awareness activities related to HIV/AIDS
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According to police officials, through his extensive cycling journeys, Devnath has reached and educated around 2 crore people on HIV/AIDS awareness and related social issues.
As part of his ongoing India journey, which began on May 27, 2026, and will continue until May 27, 2027, Devnath plans to travel across 28 states and five Union Territories. He is currently touring Uttarakhand as part of the campaign.
During the meeting, the Dehradun SSP appreciated Devnath’s efforts to spread public awareness through cycling and his long-standing commitment to social causes.
The SSP also assured him of all possible assistance during his stay and tour in Dehradun and extended his best wishes for the successful completion of the ongoing journey and his future awareness programmes.
The meeting highlighted the role of public outreach and innovative awareness campaigns in spreading important messages on health and social issues among people across the country.
