Amid the ongoing Shri Amarnathji Yatra, a remarkable tale of interfaith unity has captured the hearts of many. Two men—Syed Saddam, a Muslim, and Kumar Makkhan, a Hindu—have completed a 2,000-kilometre journey on foot from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, carrying the national flag and a powerful message: India stands for peace, brotherhood, and unity across all faiths.
The journey, which took 65 days, began in the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and ended in the valley of devotion. The duo walked side by side through highways, rural paths, and city streets, drawing attention not just for their endurance but for the spirit of communal harmony they embodied.
“India’s First Non-Violent Interfaith Yatra”
Speaking to the press, Syed Saddam said, “I am from Porbandar. This is India’s first non-violent yatra between a Hindu and a Muslim that began from Gandhi’s land. Our aim is to wave the tricolour in Kashmir and promote peace.”
He continued, “We condemn terrorism and call on the government to act decisively against it. We are all one—Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian. We’ve sown the seeds of unity, and one day, it will grow into a global tree of peace.”
“Remove Hatred, Spread Love”
Kumar Makkhan, Saddam’s companion on this spiritual mission, was equally moved by the experience. “This journey has filled our hearts with joy. My brother Saddam is like a second Gandhi from Gujarat—he unites people. Our only message is: replace hatred with love. We are all brothers under the same sky.”
Their walk, he said, was not just a religious pilgrimage, but a call for national integration and human unity.
A Message for the Nation
In times when communal tensions often make headlines, stories like these serve as a powerful reminder of India’s syncretic soul. This 2,000-km walk wasn’t funded by any organisation, nor driven by publicity—it was led by conviction, belief, and a dream of an India free from hatred.
Their arrival in Pahalgam, at the base of the holy Amarnath shrine, was met with warmth and admiration by pilgrims and locals alike. Many saw it not just as the end of a journey, but as the beginning of a national conversation on coexistence.
The Road Ahead
While their yatra has concluded, their mission has just begun. “Wherever we go, we’ll carry this message,” said Saddam. “We want to inspire others to take up the flag of peace—whether they are Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, or Christian.”
This extraordinary journey shows that India’s true strength lies in its unity, and that the path to peace may be long, but it begins with small steps—taken together.
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