Ride to Goa and a visit to CSI Basel Mission Hospital,Gadag, Karnataka
My daughter's ISC exams and the cloud of tensions that had prevailed at home had limited my plans for a long bike rides. Six months had passed, since my last long distance bike ride. But the end of the board exams and a 50-days time gap before the upcoming entrance exam gave me an opportunity to plan a ride to Goa and a visit to CSI Basel Mission Hospital, Gadag, Karnataka. Dr Ajay Raju, General surgeon and Medical superintendent of Basel mission hospital was cordial in replying to my email and welcomed me to make a visit to his hospital and the attached orphanage within the hospital campus. Preparations: Got the bike checked by my mechanic, Mr Suresh. Got carbon emission pollution certificate added to my bike documents. Carried an oil can to lubricate the chains after every 500 km Carried an electronic air pump and basic tools. Bought peanut bars and bottles of mineral water. Prayed a lot for a safe solo ride, completely relying on the Lord's mercy, who is the only savior