- Para-athlete and electrical engineer Chandeep Singh to embark on a monumental journey from Jammu to Kanyakumari and back, driving a specially modified Hyundai CRETA using only his feet
- The 7,000+ km expedition aims to establish a new benchmark in the Golden Book of Records while championing inclusion, determination and accessible mobility
- Through ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, HMIF continues to advance accessibility, mobility empowerment and opportunities for persons with disabilities
Gurugram | July 6, 2026: Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), today announced its support for an extraordinary world record attempt by para-athlete and electrical engineer, Chandeep Singh. Under the aegis of its social impact initiative, ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, HMIF is backing Chandeep’s ambitious 7,000+ km expedition from Jammu & Kashmir to Kanyakumari and back, aimed at creating a new benchmark in the Golden Book of Records.
Driven by courage and determination, Chandeep will undertake the cross-country expedition in a specially modified Hyundai CRETA, driving the vehicle entirely with his feet. The journey will be officially documented and evaluated for record verification.
More than a test of endurance, Chandeep’s journey is a powerful social movement aimed at challenging perceptions around disability and encouraging greater acceptance, inclusion and accessibility across communities. The expedition also highlights the transformative role of adaptive mobility solutions in empowering individuals to overcome barriers and pursue their aspirations with confidence.
On the initiative, Hyundai Motor India Foundation, said, “Through ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, we are committed to fostering a more inclusive society by promoting accessibility, empowerment and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Our initiatives across assistive technologies, para-sports development and mobility solutions are aimed at enabling greater independence, confidence and participation for all. Chandeep Singh’s remarkable expedition is a powerful reflection of this vision. His journey demonstrates how determination, when supported by the right support system, can overcome barriers and unlock extraordinary possibilities. HMIF is proud to support this historic endeavour and believe it will inspire millions across the country, encourage greater awareness around accessible mobility and reinforce the message that disability should never be a barrier to aspiration and achievement.”
Expressing his excitement, Para-athlete Chandeep Singh, said, “Driving from Jammu to Kanyakumari and back is a dream that reflects years of perseverance, belief and preparation. This expedition is not only a personal milestone but also an opportunity to demonstrate what is possible when individuals are empowered with the right support, accessible technology and an inclusive environment. I am proud to partner with Hyundai Samarth for this journey and deeply appreciate Hyundai’s commitment towards empowering persons with disabilities and supporting para-athletes through meaningful initiatives. The modified Hyundai CRETA has become an extension of my vision, proving that innovation can turn the seemingly impossible into reality. I hope this journey inspires individuals across the nation to look past barriers and chase their dreams with absolute confidence.”
Covering multiple states and diverse terrains across India, the expedition will be supported through extensive media outreach, grassroots engagement activities and awareness initiatives focused on accessibility and inclusion. The journey will serve as a platform to promote conversations around assistive mobility and the importance of creating environments where every individual can participate equally and pursue their aspirations with dignity.
Through this partnership, Hyundai Motor India Foundation reaffirms its commitment to advancing inclusive mobility and empowering individuals with disabilities through meaningful interventions. Chandeep Singh’s expedition represents another significant step under ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, reinforcing Hyundai’s vision of creating a more accessible, equitable and empowered society.