Walking on Fire – A Training Day to Remember at Su-Kam
Corporate training sessions usually mean whiteboards, PowerPoint slides, and polite nods across a conference table. But at Su-Kam, the experience was anything but ordinary. Employees weren’t just trained—they were transformed.
The man behind this unconventional approach was Kunwer Sachdev, Founder of Su-Kam, a visionary leader often described as the “Solar Man of India.” Known for his relentless energy and fearless ideas, Sachdev believed true learning happened only when people stepped beyond their comfort zones. And sometimes, that meant literally walking through fire.
One such outdoor training camp remains etched in the memory of Su-Kam veterans. After a day packed with rigorous activities led by expert trainers, employees were told the final challenge awaited them: walking barefoot across a bed of burning coal.
The announcement sent a ripple of unease across the group. Whispers, nervous laughter, and hesitation filled the air. “Who would risk their feet on red-hot embers?” was the unspoken question.
And then, Sachdev stepped forward. Without ceremony, without hesitation, he walked across the fire.
The first attempt left him with blisters. But instead of retreating, he charged back across—this time with even greater determination. His fearless stride sent a powerful message to the team: leaders don’t just instruct, they inspire by example.
That moment changed everything. Fear melted into courage. One after another, employees followed his lead—nearly 40 of them, men and women alike, walked across the fire. What began as terror ended in triumph. The training ground erupted in cheers, high-fives, and hugs. It wasn’t just about physical endurance; it was about shattering mental barriers.
“He didn’t just teach us to walk on fire,” one participant recalls. “He taught us to believe we could do the impossible.”
For those who were there, the memory isn’t just of hot coal and bare feet—it’s of Kunwer Sachdev’s unmatched charisma. His leadership wasn’t rooted in hierarchy but in presence, authenticity, and courage.
And this was no isolated event. It was the essence of Sachdev’s philosophy—whether innovating power solutions, creating bold marketing campaigns, or reimagining employee training, he consistently pushed boundaries and inspired others to do the same.
At Su-Kam, walking on fire wasn’t just a stunt. It was a metaphor for the company’s spirit—fearless, unconventional, and transformative.