What an honor to share this interview with Manoj Kumar.
Manoj is a self-described common man, a father of two, a “techie” and and engineer at Harman International, one of our great Employee Empowerment partners.
But last year, Manoj did something truly uncommon.
He cycled 6,000 kilometers (3,700 miles) around India’s Golden Quadrilateral.
In this interview, Manoj shares what inspired him to take this journey—navigating traffic, burnout, and the desire to break out of the ordinary—and how cycling became both a physical and spiritual path.
From flat tires to moments of doubt, from conversations with strangers to meditative stillness on the road, Manoj’s story is one of resilience, clarity, and quiet courage.
We explore the diversity of India’s landscapes and cultures, the role of family and inner conviction, and how a simple commute became the foundation for a life-changing experience.
A huge thank-you to Manoj Kumar for sharing his journey—and to Harman for supporting personal transformation inside and outside of work.
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