Pradeep Mehra Noida boy running

A video of a 19-year-old teenager racing down a Noida’s road at midnight has racked up millions of views on social media. This isn’t the first time someone has gone popular on social media, but this video appears to be unique.

What is so remarkable about a youngster sprinting down an empty Noida’s road, in case you’re wondering?

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On the other hand, his tale is motivating and deserving of everyone’s attention. While we moan about the smallest inconvenience in our life, Uttarakhand’s Pradeep Mehra is balancing job, family, and his ambition to join the army.

Pradeep captured the focus of filmmaker Vinod Kapri as he drove his car along the boy running on the pavement. Despite being drenched in humidity, when Kapri offered him a ride to his destination, he politely declined.

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This piqued the filmmaker’s interest, and he wanted to learn more about this young man. As a result, he continued talking while driving. The boy also disclosed why he was running 10 kilometres at midnight.

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During his conversation with Kapri, Pradeep claimed he was on his way home from work at McDonald’s Sector 16 after his duty. Despite Vinod Kapri’s several offers to drive him home, he declined, claiming that he preferred to run home because he doesn’t have time to do it during the day. When asked why he was sprinting the entire distance, Pradeep responded,

“To join the army.”

The Uttrakhand youngster also told the filmmaker that he doesn’t have time to work out in the morning since he needs to get up at 8 a.m. every day to make meals before going to work. Mehra runs a 10-kilometre stretch every day from his office in Sector 16 in Noida to his house in Barola, where he lives with his younger brother. His mother is ill and has been admitted to the hospital.

Watch the viral video of Pradeep Mehra below

The internet is awestruck by this young man’s tenacity and commitment to his dream. They couldn’t stop praising him and the director for bringing Pradeep’s tale to light. Some users wished for his success as well. Even the video also drew the attention of a slew of celebrities.

Famous Rapper Badshah also commented on Pradeep’s commitment,

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Shiv Aroor, journalist of India Today wrote,

Actor Manoj Bajpayee wrote,

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Editor of The Bhutanese Newspaper ‘The Bhutanese’ and the President of Media Association of Bhutan commented on his perseverance. He wrote,

Most individuals drive or take public transportation to traverse a distance of 10 kilometres or more between their office and their home.  However, other people go for a long walk or cycle intentionally to keep active and healthy.  It’s not surprising to see folks like these walking home from work. Every metropolis and the small village is influenced. Some, on the other hand, do it with commitment and a clear goal in mind.

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Vaishali Pandey
As a seasoned content writer with a passion for storytelling, Vaishali strives to capture the essence of current events and share impactful stories with a global audience. With a background in journalism and a commitment to delivering accurate, timely, and engaging news content, she aims to shed light on diverse perspectives and provide insightful analysis. Throughout her career, she has honed her skills in researching and writing, ensuring that readers receive comprehensive and compelling content to read. For the last 2 years, she has worked on various beats, from entertainment and sports to national and global politics.
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