Advocate Chandrakant Chauhan, a resident of Maloni Panwar village under the Saipau subdivision in Dholpur district of Rajasthan, has undertaken an ambitious and spiritual walking expedition across the country. His primary mission is to visit and pay obeisance at all 12 Jyotirlingas on foot. The arduous expedition officially commenced on April 27 from the Rajasthan High Court premises in Jaipur. Having walked continuously for nearly 5 months, he has already covered approximately 3,500 kilometers on foot.
Major Shrines Visited on the Way to Andhra Pradesh
Through his steady pace, Chandrakant Chauhan has now arrived in the state of Andhra Pradesh. During the course of this journey, he has already offered prayers at three major Jyotirlingas, namely Kedarnath, Kashi Vishwanath, and Baba Baidyanath. In addition to these sacred shrines, his route has taken him through various prominent religious, historical, and cultural landmarks, including Jagannath Dham Puri in Odisha. Currently, his journey is proceeding directly toward the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga located at Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh. The entire route is estimated to span roughly 11,000 kilometers, and his ultimate goal remains to successfully complete the pilgrimage to all 12 Jyotirlingas.
Combining Spiritual Faith with Social and Legal Awareness
For Chandrakant Chauhan, this foot march is not merely a traditional pilgrimage, but also a journey of faith, self-reflection, and direct social engagement. As he travels through various states, he interacts closely with local communities, observing and learning their diverse traditions, lifestyle patterns, and cultural heritage firsthand. Alongside his spiritual pursuit, he actively educates citizens on critical social causes, encouraging discussions around organ donation and body donation. Leveraging his background in the legal profession, he also uses these interactions to inform ordinary citizens about their fundamental legal rights while advocating against prevailing superstitions.
Unwavering Devotion Guiding the Road Ahead
Reflecting on his experiences during the journey, Chandrakant Chauhan stated that walking on foot provides an unmatched opportunity to understand different corners of the nation and connect genuinely with people. He explained that he does not worry about the ultimate destination or the remaining distance, choosing instead to focus entirely on walking each day. He maintains deep faith that since the almighty has safely guided him from Jaipur to southern India, divine guidance will continue to illuminate the remaining path. Placing his complete trust in divine direction rather than the physical challenges of the road, he continues advancing toward completing his comprehensive 12-Jyotirlinga circuit.
