Written by INDUS MED NEWS 23 June, 2025 12:11 am .
BHARAT TASHKENT TIRANGA EXPEDITION 2025
From The Desk of World Explorer Shri Prasad Chaulkar..
The Trans-Asia TIRANGA Yatra 2025 On the Wheels of Unity… An International Motorcycle Expedition Powered by WACEM, INDUSEM, WHOCCET, ACEE, & EMA.
In a remarkable convergence of purpose, passion, and global health advocacy, the “Trans-Asia Trail 2025: Bharat to Tashkent” emerged as a powerful international motorcycle expedition spanning over 10,000 km across six countries. More than just a journey across borders, it was a mission to promote Road Safety, Emergency Medical Preparedness, and Global Unity.
The TIRANGA Yatra was made possible by the unwavering support of the world’s leading emergency medicine institutions.
This unique expedition found its roots in India and traveled through Nepal, China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, tracing the historic Silk Route. It was led by Mr. Prasad Chaulkar, a nationally recognized biker, social Campaigner, and recipient of the INDUSEM “Jan Suraksha Puraskar” (2022) for his exemplary work in public awareness through long-distance rides.
What set this journey apart was its alignment with emergency medicine and public health goals.
The MOTORCYCLE — often seen as a symbol of freedom and thrill — was here used as a strategic medium to reach people in remote, diverse, and high-risk geographies. Motorcycles offer mobility in terrains where emergency vehicles might struggle, making them not only a symbol of adventure but also an efficient awareness tool.
Institutional Pillars Behind the Expedition
The success of the Trans-Asia Trail 2025 would not have been possible without the consistent guidance and institutional support from:
- WACEM (World Academic Congress of Emergency Medicine)
- WHOCCET (World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Emergency and Trauma, AIIMS New Delhi)
- INDUSEM
- ACEE (Academic College of Emergency Experts)
- EMA (Emergency Medicine Association)
These organizations stand at the forefront of promoting emergency preparedness, medical innovation, and collaborative research across the world.
By supporting this road expedition, they reiterated their commitment to bridging emergency medicine and mass preparedness for the greater good.
Mentorship of Dr. Sagar Galwankar
A central figure to this initiative is Dr. Sagar Galwankar (USA) — a globally respected Emergency Medicine Expert, Chief Academic Officer of INDUSEM, and Executive Director of ACEE. His leadership has played a transformative role in developing Academic Emergency Medicine in India and subsequently globalizing India’s emergency medical ecosystem.
Dr. Galwankar’s mentorship was pivotal not only in this expedition but also in previous national-level initiatives such as “Azadi Ki Amrit Parikrama” — a 25,000 km nationwide ride celebrating India@75. His belief in “Social Innovation through Medical Collaboration” is evident in how he empowers community-led awareness through accessible tools like motorcycle expeditions.
Cultural Connections and Message of Unity
The Trans-Asia Trail was not merely a physical journey — it was an emotional and cultural odyssey. At the heart of it was people to-people connection, fostered across every border crossed.
From the snow-clad Himalayan passes to the desert storms of China’s Taklamakan and the icy winds of the Pamir ranges, Prasad Chaulkar experienced extreme and unpredictable weather conditions firsthand. Riding through scorching plains, freezing nights, and high-altitude deserts, he not only overcame the physical challenges but embraced the diverse cultures with open arms.
At every halt, there was a warm welcome — whether it was tea shared by a herder, a conversation with traffic police, or a kind gesture from a border official. In China, he sang songs with senior citizens at a public square; though they didn’t understand the language, they connected through emotion. In Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, he met local doctors, firefighters, and citizens who extended their support for the cause of road safety and emergency preparedness.
The expedition was a living bridge — exchanging thoughts, traditions, and goodwill with the people of each nation. Chaulkar also tasted local cuisines, adapted to regional lifestyles, and used every opportunity to spark dialogue on safety, preparedness, and human unity.
He didn’t just ride through countries — he lived them. Every conversation became a new lesson, every interaction a piece of a greater puzzle of humanity.
The expedition officially concluded in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, where Shri. Chaulkar paid tribute to former Indian Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, and was received by WACEM World Leader Dr. Khikmat Anvarov.
This journey was not just about reaching Tashkent. It was about reaching people.
It was not just about covering distance. It was about covering hearts.
Through institutions like WACEM, INDUSEM, WHOCCET, ACEE, and EMA, and with the visionary mentorship of Dr. Sagar Galwankar, this expedition gave a global message on wheels — a message of unity, awareness, and resilience.
“The TIRANGA YATRA Celebrates the arrival of the World Academic Congress of Emergency Medicine in BHARAT in October 2025 coinciding with the celebration of the 20th Anniversary of INDUSEM & 10th Anniversary of WACEM. Through this Expedition we have complimented the vision of the Prime Minister of our Motherland BHARAT Shri. Narendra Modi to enhance security and prosperity across all sectors including health and medicine in the Asia region.
As the Flag of BHARAT accompanied by Flags of WACEM INDUSEM EMA & ACEE reached TASHKENT, Prime Minister Shri. Modiji concluded the Foreign Ministers Meeting with Ministers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan back home in New Delhi” Said INDUSEM CEO Dr. Sagar Galwankar
About WACEM25: Click here www.WACEM2025.org
BHARAT TASHKENT TIRANGA EXPEDITION 2025 Photo Album Click here
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About WACEM:
The World Academic Congress of Emergency Medicine is the official annual meeting of the World Academic Council for Emergency Medicine. The Council was launched in 2016 and the Constitution was finalized in 2017. Founded by Academic leaders from USA, UK, Italy, Qatar, UAE, India, Sri Lanka, Singapore & Japan WACEM is a Non-Political 100% Academic Organization focused on working with individual academicians, academic institutions and academic organization to forward the Science of Emergency Patient Care. All clinical specialties namely trauma, critical care, cardiology, neurosciences, pediatrics, orthopedics, acute care surgery and emergency medicine involved in the academic science of Emergency Patient Care are a part of the WACEM Agenda. For More Information: www.wacem.org
About WHO-CCET:
The World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Emergency and Trauma Care is head quartered at The Emergency Department of the JPN Apex Trauma Center, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi and administers the region of Southeast Asia. The Overall vision of the Center is to strengthen and integrate Emergency & Trauma Care Services at all levels/facilities at sub-national, national and regional level to reduce the avoidable mortality, morbidities and disabilities burden. WHO-CCET Mission is to provide comprehensive mentorship to achieve standardize Emergency & Trauma Care at all levels/facilities of sub-national, national and regions. For More Information: https://whoccemcare.org/
About INDUSEM
The INDUSEM mission is to envision and implement the future of Patient Care across the world. The partnership brings together Expert Educators, Inquisitive Innovators and Physicians supporting Safe Patient Care across India, United States and the World. INDUSEM is the Top International Partnership across the World and brings together Institutions, Individuals and Initiatives focused on improving patient care globally. Till date INDUSEM has reached over 50,000 Experts and its reach continues to grow daily. For more information: www.indusem.org
About ACEE-INDIA:
The Academic College of Emergency Experts was established by Leaders of INDUSEM to create a guild of expert clinicians who are have a mastery at providing safe patient care with high quality therapeutics based on latest evidence based medicine. The only Unique College in Asia ACEE only bestows affiliation after a rigorous coaching and testing process hereby maintaining its high standards of commitment to education and excellence. It surpasses the erstwhile ideology of existing academic colleges where affiliation is based on recommendation. There are multiple pathways to be a Fellow of the College namely Emergency Medicine, Emergency Pediatrics. Toxicology, Emergency Nursing Pathway etc. For More Information please visit: www.acee-india.org
About EMA-INDIA:
The Emergency Medicine Association was founded in 2015 during the INDUSEM2015 World Congress of Academic Emergency Medicine in New Delhi. EMA is the Official voice of competent Emergency Experts. Working towards provision of quality emergency care The EMA is an organized Guild of Emergency Leaders in Health and Medicine. Focused on Developing, Practicing and Progressing Emergency Medicine. EMA has a strong relation with partner organizations, individuals and institutions across the world. The EMA boasts of a strong DNA with its relationships, which are geared towards potentiating growth. EMA has the support of the INDO-US Emergency and Trauma Collaborative, the Academic College of Emergency Experts in India and the Academic for Clinical Emergency Nursing in India. For More Information: www.emaindia.net
About ACEN-INDIA:
Emergency Nursing is a New Academic Discipline for India. The Academy for Clinical Emergency Nursing in India (FACEN-INDIA) was launched in 2011. The role of Academic Emergency departments is crucial in developing a cadre of trained emergency nurses and fellowship in Emergency nursing will be the steppingstone for improving emergency care all over India. With the introduction of Clinical Emergency Nursing as an independent discipline the doors have opened for nursing colleges to pursue initiatives to create free standing academic courses in conjunction with departments of Emergency Medicine which can train the future nurses for this exciting and important specialty. For More Information: www.acenindia.org
About Jeevan Jyoti Rashtriya Abhiyan and Jan Suraksha Abhiyan:
Championed by INDUSEM Leaders the Jeevan Jyoti Rashtriya Abhiyan and Jan Suraksha Abhiyan is the Umbrella Flagship Initiative at the National Level which envisions to bring together all the individual local initiatives by NGO, Local Bodies and Organizations to prepare the communities and citizens of India towards preventing injuries, leading a safer lifestyle and responding to emergencies when being in an emergency situation. Inaugurated by the Honorable Governor of Uttar Pradesh His Excellency Shri. Ram Naik, the Rashriya Abhiyans are now functioning across States of India. Click here for more Information: https://www.indusem.org/public-health-2/
