‘Queens on the Wheels’ Women Riders to Promote Tourism in Vigilant and Safe MP: CM Dr. Yadav

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the ‘Queens on the Wheels’ 3.0 Women Biking Tour is not merely a bike rally but a unique campaign to showcase the identity of Madhya Pradesh to the world through women’s empowerment, courage and tourism. Welcoming women riders from different parts of the country to the ‘Heart of India’, the Chief Minister said that Madhya Pradesh is not only ‘Ajab-Gajab’  but is also vigilant in ensuring the safety of women. He said that this journey by the women riders is an inspiring example of tourism promotion and women’s safety, reflecting the changing face of society. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Madhya Pradesh continues to move forward on the path of progress. The country is safe, and so is Madhya Pradesh.

The ‘Queens on the Wheels’ women biking tour, which began ahead of International Women’s Day and Rang Panchami, will see women riders from across the country spreading the vibrant colours of Madhya Pradesh tourism. The tour has been organised to promote the state’s rich and historic tourist destinations across the country and the world. The Chief Minister said that this journey would prove to be unique, courageous and inspiring for the daughters of Madhya Pradesh.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav flagged off the tour of 25 women superbikers from the Chief Minister’s Residence on Saturday, extending his best wishes and assuring them of all possible support. Higher Education Minister Shri Inder Singh Parmar was also present on the occasion. The Chief Minister also posed for a group photograph with the bikers and Tourism Sakhis.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the tour has been launched as a symbol of guaranteed safety for women in Madhya Pradesh. The tour includes 25 courageous women bikers from different states, including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal. Scheduled from March 7 to 13, the riders will cover a distance of 1,400 kilometres. During the journey, the riders will pass through prominent tourist destinations of the state, including Sanchi, Udayagiri, Chanderi, Khajuraho, Kuno National Park, Gwalior, Mitawali, and Orchha. The tour will conclude in Bhopal on 13 March.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the simplicity of Nimad, the vibrancy of Malwa, the bravery of Bundelkhand, the folk arts of Baghelkhand, the glorious history of Chambal and the natural beauty of Mahakaushal together define the unique identity of Madhya Pradesh. The state government is committed to promoting clean natural surroundings, safe tourism and spiritual tourism across the state.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav advised the women riders to take special care of safety during the journey. He said that district-level police administrations will coordinate all necessary arrangements, including accommodation and other facilities for the riders.

Chief Minister Dr. Yadav also interacted with the women bikers from across the country. 62-year-old Neeta Khandekar from Mumbai shared that seven years ago, she gathered the courage to pursue her passion for biking and later completed a memorable 21,000-km journey in 75 days. Trina from West Bengal said that she travelled to Madhya Pradesh by bike in four days through Odisha, Jharkhand, and Bihar, and added that she felt the safest in Madhya Pradesh, praising the state’s roads and natural beauty. The Chief Minister also met the Tourism Sakhis present at the event.

The women’s biking tour is being led by 62-year-old Dr. Neeta from Mumbai. The group includes riders from several cities across the country. From Bhopal: Sara Khan, Rajnandini, Divya Raman, Mayuri Soni, Disha Rakeshiya, Unnati Chaurasia, Sejal Kushwaha and Mehak Batham. From Gwalior: Shabnam Bano. Other participants include Hetal Upadhyay, Madhuri Nayak, Madhu Helchal, Tanu Priya and Riddhi from Mumbai; Sona Priyadarshini from Bengaluru; Sayanti Ghosh from Kolkata; Kalyani Potekar from Pune; Dr. Priyanka Rukmini, Ruchika Meghe, Ekta Khete, Maithili Singh, and Pallavi Deshmukh from Nagpur; Dr. Sumit from Noida; and Kavita Jadhav from Sambhaji Nagar (Maharashtra).

Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Shri Neeraj Mandloi, Secretary, Tourism Department and Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board Shri Ilaiyaraaja T, Additional Managing Director Dr. Abhay Arvind Bedekar, and other officials were also present on this occassion.