79-Year-Old Digvijay Singh Begins 950 km Pilgrimage Prep, Walking 8 km Daily

Madhya Pradesh resident Digvijay Singh, now 79, has announced his intention to undertake a 950‑kilometre foot pilgrimage that will start on Vijayadashami. The journey, spanning several states, is being framed as a personal spiritual endeavour.\n\nTo build stamina, Singh has begun a disciplined routine of walking eight kilometres every day. He started the regimen on 20 October and maintains the distance consistently, treating each walk as a rehearsal for the long trek ahead.\n\nThe pilgrimage, which will cover roughly 950 km, is expected to take several weeks, depending on terrain and weather conditions. While no official support team has been disclosed, Singh’s commitment underscores the growing trend of senior citizens undertaking demanding religious treks in India.