Om Satija, a 23-year-old physiotherapist from Australia, embarked on a remarkable journey of 4,700 kilometers from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, to Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, to combat the stigma surrounding leprosy. Inspired by a childhood encounter with a leprosy patient in Rishikesh, Satija aims to replace fear and discrimination with compassion and understanding. Since starting his run on January 26, 2023, he covers 50 to 60 kilometers daily, engaging with communities along the way to educate them about the disease. He stresses that leprosy is caused by bacteria, is curable with multidrug therapy in 6 to 12 months, and does not spread through touch. Satija's mission is not just about running; it's about changing perceptions and encouraging individuals to seek treatment without shame. His journey serves as a powerful reminder that stigma can be as harmful as the disease itself, with 27,428 new leprosy cases reported in India in 2024-25. Through his efforts, Satija hopes to foster a more compassionate society for those affected by leprosy.