74-year-old man travels 800km to repay ₹93 debt from 1978

India Dec 04, 2025

C.P. Abdullah, a 74-year-old from Kerala, made an 800km journey to Andhra Pradesh just to settle a ₹93 debt he'd carried since 1978.
The money was owed for a tin of ghee he bought decades ago while running a restaurant in Kurnool.
Even after moving away and losing touch, Abdullah never forgot what he owed.

Why this story stands out

After years of searching, Abdullah finally tracked down the original shopkeeper's grandson—since the shopkeeper and his sons had passed away—and insisted on paying back the money.
His determination shows that honesty isn't about the amount; it's about keeping your word, no matter how much time has passed.
For anyone who thinks small actions don't matter, Abdullah's story is a gentle reminder that integrity still counts.