Hyundai Motor India Limited has marked a powerful milestone under its Samarth by Hyundai initiative by celebrating para-athlete Chandeep Singh’s successful completion of a 7,000+ km cross-country expedition from Jammu to Kanyakumari and back. What makes this journey extraordinary is that Singh drove a specially modified Hyundai CRETA entirely with his feet, turning the expedition into a record-setting statement on mobility, inclusion and human determination.
The achievement has now been recognised in the Golden Book of Records, making it one of the most remarkable accessibility-driven mobility stories in India this year. For Hyundai, the journey is not only about a record; it is also about reinforcing the idea that mobility should be open to everyone, regardless of physical limitations.
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A journey beyond records
Chandeep Singh’s expedition covered a massive distance across India’s diverse road conditions, climates and terrains. From the northern stretches around Jammu and Kashmir to the southern tip at Kanyakumari, the route tested endurance, skill and mental toughness at every stage.
What makes the achievement stand out is the way Singh completed it. Driving entirely with his feet in a specially adapted Hyundai CRETA, he demonstrated not just personal courage but also the role that accessible vehicle modification can play in expanding independence for people with disabilities.
Hyundai’s Samarth vision
The expedition was supported under Samarth by Hyundai, Hyundai Motor India’s flagship social initiative focused on accessibility, inclusion and empowerment for persons with disabilities. The programme aims to improve barrier-free mobility through infrastructure, assistive technologies, skill development and awareness-led interventions.
Hyundai says the initiative reflects its belief that mobility is not only about moving from one place to another, but also about enabling aspirations, dignity and independence. Singh’s record-setting drive has now become a visible example of that philosophy in action.
What Hyundai said
Hyundai Motor India’s Head of Marketing, Virat Khullar, said the company believes mobility should empower people and create possibilities. He described Chandeep Singh’s journey as a testament to the human spirit, resilience and determination, and said Hyundai was honoured to support the historic achievement.
The company also emphasised that the record has a larger social message. By backing such an expedition, Hyundai is pushing the conversation around inclusion forward and showing that accessible mobility can be both practical and inspiring.
Chandeep Singh’s message
For Chandeep Singh, the expedition was never just about setting a record. He described it as a journey built on years of preparation, grit and belief. He said the drive was meant to show that with determination, support and accessible technology, no destination is out of reach.
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He also credited the specially modified Hyundai CRETA for performing reliably across the entire route, calling it an extension of his body and spirit. Singh thanked Samarth by Hyundai for believing in his vision, and also acknowledged the support of Hyundai’s dealership network throughout the expedition.
Why this matters for India
In India, where the conversation around accessibility is still evolving, stories like this carry real weight. They show that mobility solutions for persons with disabilities are not limited to policy discussions or corporate statements they can be practical, visible and transformative.
The journey also helps spotlight the importance of vehicle adaptation and inclusive design. When a para-athlete can complete a 7,000+ km drive across the country, it sends a strong message that innovation and empathy can work together to create meaningful change.
More than a CSR headline
Companies often speak about inclusion, but what makes this initiative different is the scale and symbolism of the achievement. Supporting a world-record attempt that spans the length of India is a bold way to demonstrate commitment to accessibility and equal opportunity.
It also strengthens Hyundai’s positioning as a company that sees mobility in a broader social context. Under Samarth by Hyundai, the brand is tying together para-sports, infrastructure support, public awareness and empowerment of people with disabilities.
Chandeep Singh’s 7,000+ km journey is a powerful reminder that records can be about more than speed or distance they can also be about inclusion, courage and possibility. With Hyundai’s support through Samarth, the expedition has become a symbol of what accessible mobility can achieve in India.
