EAGLE SPECIALLY ABLED RIDERS -KERALA
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About Us
Eagle Specially Abled Riders (ESAR) is a groundbreaking and inspiring team of differently-abled riders who are transforming the accessibility and mobility landscape in India. Founded in Delhi by Dr. Ameer Siddiqui, ESAR stands as a powerful symbol of courage, inclusion, and determination.
Expanding Across India – New Kerala Branch
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After the success of the Delhi team, ESAR has now launched a new branch in Kerala.
The Kerala unit is led by Sooraj P A, a permanent rider of ESAR and an active advocate for disability rights and accessible mobility. Under his leadership, the Kerala chapter aims to expand awareness, training programs, and large-scale accessible rides across the state.
Breaking Barriers with Adaptive Riding
ESAR riders use adaptive scooters, modified two-wheelers, and specially designed vehicles. Their enthusiasm and passion prove that physical limitations can never stop a strong mind.
They focus on:
Promoting inclusive mobility
Encouraging accessibility in public spaces
Empowering persons with disabilities through mobility training
Raising awareness on road safety and equal rights
The 6,926 km Accessible Awareness Ride
One of ESAR’s most remarkable achievements is the 6,926 km Accessible Awareness Ride from Delhi to Dhanushkodi and back.
This extraordinary journey covered 12 states in just 20 days, completed by:
Five differently-abled riders on adaptive scooters
One wheelchair user driving a modified car
This ride created nationwide awareness and inspired thousands along the route.
A Movement for Inclusion
ESAR is not just a riding team—it is a movement that champions dignity, accessibility, and equality for persons with disabilities. With branches expanding across India, including the new Kerala chapter, ESAR continues to remind society:
“Inclusion is a right, not a favour.”
Why ESAR Matters
They demonstrate what inclusive mobility truly means.
They inspire countless individuals with disabilities to chase their dreams.
They highlight the urgent need for accessible infrastructure across India.
Our Mission
12,000 KM India – Nepal – Bhutan
Tri-Nation Accessibility Awareness Ride 2026
About the Ride :-
With the objective of ensuring disability-friendly public infrastructure and inclusive mobility, a 12,000-kilometre India–Nepal–Bhutan Tri-Nation Accessibility Awareness Ride will be organised in January 2026.
This landmark journey aims to highlight the everyday challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PwDs) and to advocate for universal accessibility in roads, public buildings, transport, and sanitation facilities across South Asia.
Key Dates
Inauguration: January 14, 2026
Coordinator : Voice Of Disabled, Thrissur District Committee
Venue: Aalur Panchayat Community Hall, Thrissur, Kerala
Flag-off: January 15, 2026
The Team :-
5-member riding team
2 riders are persons with disabilities (Spinal Cord Injury )
2 wheelchair users with high support needs
The entire journey will be completed using specially designed and retrofitted adaptive vehicles, built exclusively for persons with disabilities—demonstrating that independent long-distance travel is possible when accessibility is ensured.
Route & Distance :-
Outbound Route:
Kerala → Coimbatore → Chennai → Kolkata → Siliguri → Nagaland
Return Route:
Arunachal Pradesh → Bhutan → Sikkim → Nepal --Madya pradesh → Mumbai → Thrissur
Total Distance: 12,000+ km
Duration: 60 days
This tri-nation route covers diverse terrains, climates, and administrative regions, making it a powerful platform to assess and advocate for accessibility at multiple levels.
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Objectives of the Ride
Promote accessible roads and footpaths for all
Advocate for wheelchair-friendly toilets and parking facilities
Ensure equal access to public buildings and services
Create awareness about the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016
📌 Even today, over 95% of public spaces in India remain inaccessible, limiting independence, dignity, and participation for persons with disabilities.
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District-Level Activities
At every major district along the route, the team will engage in:
Official welcomes and public receptions
Meetings with District and State Government officials
Interactions with Local Self-Governments and institutions
Media engagement through print, television, and social media
🎯 The goal is to bring accessibility challenges directly to policymakers and administrators, transforming awareness into action.
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About the Riders :-
Sooraj P A
Thrissur District
Kerala
State President – EAGLE Specially Abled Riders
State Secretary – Voice of Disabled
🏆 Kerala State Awardee (2024)
🏆 Helen Keller International Awardee (2022)
Major rides completed:
7,000 km across 12 states in 20 days – Accessibility Awareness Ride (2025) with retrofitted scooty
2,500 km Delhi to Kargil – 12 days
800 km Delhi to Solan – 5 days
He has also developed a dedicated website to market and sell products made by persons with disabilities.
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Ragesh K
Kasaragod District
Kerala
District President – AKWRF
✔ Successfully completed a 9,500 km Kerala–Ladakh Awareness Ride over 40 days with hand controlled car
How You Can Support
We invite individuals, institutions, organisations, and local bodies to support the mission through:
Accommodation
Food and refreshments
Welcome and felicitation programmes
Media support (Print, TV, Digital & Social Media)
Coordination with Government departments and officials
Your support can help turn awareness into real-world accessibility.
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Contact
Sooraj P A – Kodungallur, Kerala
📞 +91 95622 80398 (Call / WhatsApp)
Email : esarkerala@gmail.com
📍 Detailed route plans and daily updates will be shared via WhatsApp and social media platforms.
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Accessibility is not a facility.
It is a fundamental right. ♿
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January 2026
January 14
International Accessibility Awarenesses Ride Inaugurated by Thrissur District Social Justice Officer Shri Pradeep @Voice Of Disabled District Meet, Aloor panchayat community hall on 14/01/2026 - 3.30Pm
January 14
First day Meter reading of my scooter 31398 Km
15/1/2026- First stay arranged by Sahai Trust Rehabilitation centre, Coimbatore Tamil Nadu
And Flag off by Dr. Gajendran on 16/01/2026 8 Am
Flagoff by DYSP Uthamdas at Bakel kota
16/1/2026 Second day stay arrangement & welcoming by Red Cross Society, Thanjavur , Tamilnadu @ 17/1/2026 - 9AM
Visited Maratha Palace Thanjavur on 17/01/2026 - 10Am and first complint marked for ramp inside the palace through Sugamya bharath application
Crossed Manambadi Toll Plaza @ 12 pm 17/01/2026
17/1/2026 Puducherry, Pondicherry
Stay arrangement by Babu House, Thiru Nagar
And Ride start 18/1/2026 -8:30Am
Crossed vadapatinam Toll plaza by 12.30Pm 18/01/2026
18/1/2026 9:30 pm Welcoming and Dinner by Mrs. Subbulakshmi maam & stay at hotel Saphire Residency, poongavanapuramb, chennai
Visited chennai Marina Beach @12pm 19/1/2026
19/01/2026- - 3 pm welcoming and stay arrangement by Disability Activist Mr. Madankurar and Friends at kavaraipetai, Tamilnadu
Crossed Sullurpet Toll plaza, Andra Pradesh @ 20/01/2026 - 8.Am
20/1/2026 stay arrangement by C. V Reddy Charities ,Tarapet, Vijayawada,Andra Pradesh
21/1/2026 Welcoming, Dinner Nd Stay Arranged by Malayali Association Visakhapatnam,Andra Pradesh , We stayed two days there
Visited Helicopter Museum @ 22/01/2026- 3 PM
Take photograph with Gadiraju Palace @ 22/01/2026
23/1/2026 welcoming, Dinner and stay Arrangement by St. Vincent Retreatment Church Gopalapuram , Odisha
24/01/2026 Visited Konar Sun Temple, Odisha
24/1/2026 Welcoming, Food and Stay Arrangement by Bhubaneswar kerala samithi, Odisha
25 welcoming, Stay & Dinner Arranged by Vasim @ Kuvakya asha Hotel, Odisha
26 & 27 Welcoming, Dinner & Stay Arranged by Malayali Association Kolkata, West Bangal
28 Welcoming, Dinner & Stay Arranged by Frined Athira @ Faraka barrage Dam Quarters, West Bangal
29 Welcoming, Stay & Food Arranged by Friend Poonam Sister @ Jalpeiguri, West Bangal
30 Bongaigaon marwari youth munch, Assam
31 Welcoming & Stay Arranged by Guvahati Malayali Association, Assam
February 2026
1 & 2
Welcoming, Food & Stay Arranged by St George school, Shillong , Meghalaya
3 weloming & Stay Arranged by Silicher Rotery club @ GB residency Hotel Rotery, Manipur
4 Stay Arranged by Rotary club of Imphal @ sangai hotel, Manipur
5 February
Welcoming, Food & stay Arrangement by Kohima Don Bosco school , Nagaland
6 Dhimapur kerala samajam Nagaland
7 Dhimapur kerala samajam Nagaland
8 Itanagar MA Bishop house Arunachal Pradesh
9 Ziro Santa mission church, Arunachal Pradesh
10 Tezpur Rotary club, Assam
11 Bongaigaon marwari youth munch, Assam
12 Jaigon, Rotary WB
13 Jaigon Rotary WB
14 Gangtok Chinzey school, Sikkim
15 Gangtok Chinzey school, Sikkim
16 Siliguri Salesian College, WB
17 Siliguri Salesian College, WB
18 Nepal pathari house, Nepal
19 Nepal pathari house, Nepal
20 Badribas Red Cross society room, Nepal
21 Don Bosco Kathmandu Nepal
22 Don bosco kathmandu, Nepal
23 Don bosco kathmandu, Nepal
24 Little flower, narayangarh chitwan, Nepal
25 St Vincent church,Lumbini, Nepal
Welcoming, Dinner and Stay Arranged by Fr. Richard, Catholic church, Lumbini, Nepal
26 Little flower school Gorakhpur
27 Little flower, Gorakhpur
28 Little flower kalyan badras Ayodhya
1 Bishop house of alahabad Prayagraj, UP
2 Rewa, Madhya Pradesh
Welcoming, Dinner and stay Arrangement by Vincentian Ashram Padra, Riva, Madhya Pradesh
3 Malayali samajam, Jabalpur
03/03/2026- 5 pm - Visited Geological Center of India, Madhya Pradesh
4 Jaganaad Hotel, Rottary club,Nagpur
5 Rajapeth Gurudwara amaravathi, Maharashtra
05/03/2026 Welcoming, Dinner & Stay Arranged by Rajapeth Gurudwara
6 Keraleeya samajam, Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Welcoming Food and stay Arrangement by Kerlaleeya samajam, Aurangabad
7 Keraleeya samajam, Aurangabad, Maharashtra
8 Greenpark hotel, ROTERY club, pune, Maharashtra
9 Kohlapur Malayali Association, Maharashtra
10 Rotery club of Mapusa, Goa
11 Rotery club of Mapusa, Goa
Welcoming and Stay Arranged by Rotary club of Mapusa
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12 Rotery club of Kumta,Hotel Panduranga, Karnataka
12/03/2026- welcoming and stay Arrangement by Rotary club of Kumta, Karnataka
13 Ragesh House, Kasaragod, Kerala
13/03/2026- welcoming by swasthi club kotapunna, Kasaragod
14 Ragesh House, Kasaragod, Kerala
14/03/2026 Welcoming by Akkara Foundation,Kasaragod Kerala
15 Returned to Kodungallur, Thrissur, Kerala
Welcoming by Vyapari Vyavasayi Association, Kannur, Kerala
15/03/2026 -Welcoming by Voice of Disabled Nannambra committee, Malappuram , Kerala
Starting metar reading 31398 km
Final Metar reading 43548 km
Total ride covered =12150 km
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