On
the 68th year of Indian Independence, Harley-Davidson owners across India took
to the open roads to express their patriotism for their country. On August 15,
2014, hundreds of Harley motorcycle owners were part of unique rides in
different regions organised by the different chapters of Harley owners.
Riders
from Dunes Chapter (Jaipur) rode together to Khajuwala, a small town situated
in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, 9 km from Indo-Pakistan to celebrate the
day with BSF Jawans by being a part of the flag hoisting ceremony at the BSF
base unit.
The
“Little Lhasa” of India, Mcleodgang, came alive as riders from Himalayan
Chapter (Chandigarh) and Capital Chapter (Delhi-NCR) rode to the hills of
Himachal Pradesh and exercised safe riding. The ride was flagged off by Sudhir
Sharma, Minister of Housing, Urban Development and Town & Country Planning,
Himachal Pradesh.
Seven
Islands Chapter (Mumbai) rode together and participated in a flag hoisting
ceremony along with the children from the NGO-Bandra East Community Center at
Cardinal Gracias High School. The riders then rode all the way to Lonavala.
Riders
from Coromandel Chapter (Chennai) rode all the way from Chennai to Kanthaloor
as they ushered into the 68th year of freedom embracing the true spirit of brotherhood
and camaraderie in their hearts. The chapter undertook a ride for charity, for
an orphanage at Kanthaloor on August 16, 2014.
The
Freedom Day ride has become a ritual for Harley owners in India over the last
few years. All 13 Harley-Davidson chapters across the country have kept the
Independence Day tradition alive. With over 4000 Harley owners in India
currently, the sight of thousands of Indian flags fluttering on Harely bikes
was one the rekindled the spirit of patriotism among Indians.
Picture of Harley owners celebrating
Independence Day on Aug 15, 2014