Women India Award

Anita Krishnan   

ANITA KRISHNAN Motorcycle Tour Leader & India Cultural Ambassador Two Wheeled Expeditions | Freelance Tour Leader PROFILE Since 2017, Anita Krishnan has been leading motorcycle tours across India for international travellers, taking them beyond conventional tourism and into the country’s villages, food, history, traditions and people. Her work uses motorcycling as a bridge between cultures, creating personalised experiences and genuine cultural exchange. A JOURNEY BEYOND STEREOTYPES As an Indian woman motorcyclist in a traditionally male-dominated field, Anita has challenged stereotypes about what an Indian woman can do. She brings the same spirit of curiosity and adventure to every tour, living the journey alongside her clients rather than simply guiding from the sidelines. MILESTONES 2015 First ride to Ladakh — a demanding introduction to challenging Himalayan terrain. 2017–present Leading motorcycle tours across India; more than 50 tours completed. India More than 1,00,000 kilometres ridden across India. 2023 6,000-kilometre motorcycle journey across Australia. 2024 5,000-kilometre motorcycle journey across the UK, including Ireland’s northernmost point. 30% Repeat clientele across the India tours Anita leads — reflecting lasting client connection and trust. CULTURAL EXCHANGE Every tour is an opportunity to share the real stories of India while learning from people who arrive from very different cultural backgrounds. Through local food, history, traditions, village routes and meetings with residents, Anita helps travellers experience the diversity of India in real time. PUBLIC RECOGNITION Her journey as a woman motorcyclist has featured in podcasts, YouTube conversations, newspaper articles, radio interviews and social-media collaborations. Instagram: @sparkle_overland


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