Jamshedpur: The joint 13-day rally, Dare2, organized by Bajaj Auto in collaboration with the Indian Armed Forces, arrived in Jamshedpur today. Covering a journey from Visakhapatnam to Ayodhya, the rally will span 1,649 kilometers and culminate at the Dogra Regiment in Ayodhya on Republic Day, January 26, 2025.
As part of the rally’s activities, the team participated in a Maritime Awareness Drive and an interaction program with students at the DAV School campus in Bistupur. The event was attended by Commander Mukul Roy, Engineer Officer, INS Ranvijay; Lieutenant Commander Aditya Vashishth, G Officer, INS Ranvijay; Lieutenant Vishal Pratap, ALO, INS Ranvijay; DAV School Principal Pragya Singh; teachers, and students.
During the program, students were informed about career opportunities in the Indian Navy. The rally, featuring 15 fearless riders of the Indian Navy equipped with the dynamic Pulsar NS400Z motorcycles, aims to inspire young minds to serve the nation with honor and dedication.
The rally was flagged off from the Eastern Fleet Headquarters in Visakhapatnam by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, AVSM, NM, Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval Command. It made its way through key maritime defense locations, including INS Chilka in Odisha, before reaching Jamshedpur. The rally serves as a platform for the armed forces to connect with local communities, raise awareness about the Indian Navy, and inspire youth to pursue a career of valor and patriotism.
The rally will conclude on January 26, 2025, at the Dogra Regiment in Ayodhya, marking the 76th Republic Day. The event underscores the Armed Forces’ role in fostering unity and celebrating the spirit of adventure.
Sumeet Narang, President of Marketing, Bajaj Auto Limited, expressed pride in partnering with the Indian Navy. He highlighted the rally as a tribute to the indomitable spirit of INS Ranvijay and the Pulsar NS400Z motorcycle.
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena remarked, “Dare2 is a collaborative effort to ignite passion for the Armed Forces among young Indians. We are thrilled to partner with Bajaj Auto Limited in this 13-day rally celebrating the adventurous spirit of the Armed Forces and the Pulsar NS400Z. We extend our gratitude to Bajaj Auto for their patriotic contribution in spreading the message of unity and service to the nation.”
