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Indian man lived in a caravan for two years, traveling from Spiti to Kanyakumari

13.06.2026 13:04 1 min 1 source
The Better India ENG
Indian man lived in a caravan for two years, traveling from Spiti to Kanyakumari
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In 2016, Vimal Geethanandan left his home in Andhra Pradesh, planning a trip of one and a half years, but ended up traveling for six years. In 2019, he bought a second-hand van and converted it into a caravan with a bed, kitchen, shower, and a 350 W solar panel. Over two years of active caravanning, he traveled from Kanyakumari to Spiti, passing through several states. The story was republished as archival content.

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Indian man lived in a caravan for two years, traveling from Spiti to Kanyakumari

13.06.2026 The Better India ENG

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Updated: 13.06.2026

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