Honourable Union Home Minister of India Mr. Amit Shah on 6th January 2020 laid the foundation stone of ‘Delhi Cycle Walk Plan’ at MB Road, Tughlakabad. The total length of the cycle track is 200 kms and is to be built at a cost of 550 crs, which the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) will aim to complete by 2024. The Delhi Cycle Walk Plan shall become a safer and greener alternative that would reduce the vehicular load of the city roads. Continue reading “200 KM CYCLE WALK PLAN ANNOUNCED FOR DELHI”
ROTARY CYCLING RALLY FOR DIABETES – 2020
The fourth season of Rotary Cycling Rally for Diabetes Awareness was held on a cold winter morning of 5th January 2020. This cycling event was organized by Rotary Club of Mumbai South of District 3141 which was founded on March 19, 1929. Rotary Club of Mumbai is affiliated to its parent body Rotary International. There are 25500 Rotary Clubs operating globally in 184 countries, and each club functions under a standard Rotary Club constitutional framework. Continue reading “ROTARY CYCLING RALLY FOR DIABETES – 2020”
DELOITTE FORSEE’S ‘CYCLING CITIES AS SUCCESSFUL CITIES’
“The future of Urban commuting will be driven by interconnected ecosystems – ‘Technology and Bicycling’, and advancement in technology will make bicycling faster, safer and easier” says a recent research report ‘Technology, Media and Telecommunications Predictions 2020’ published by Deloitte.
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‘CYCLING’ A NEW YEAR RESOLUTION
GET ON THE SADDLE
Get on the saddle and hit the pedal,
Give up your car and feel like a star,
A fitness resolution you must subscribe,
Cycling shall introduce you to new tribes,
Come on, come on… do the dare,
being lazy isn’t fare. Continue reading “‘CYCLING’ A NEW YEAR RESOLUTION”
CHRISTMAS CYCLE RIDE – 2019
What a novel idea it is to spend your Christmas Holiday with your community. You not just end up burning calories, you also meet and greet your friends in person, with whom your communication otherwise remains limited to what’s app messages or occasional calls. Celebrating festivals together is a crucial part of our human society and cycling plays a great enabler in bringing people together on a common platform. It’s a convergence of different cultures and mindsets, where we all share, laugh, gift, eat, dance and pray for our best future. Continue reading “CHRISTMAS CYCLE RIDE – 2019”
2020 TREK MADONE SL6 DISC LAUNCHED
Trek Bicycles India has officially introduced the 2020 upgraded version of Trek Madone SL6 Disc nationally. The high performance aero race bike is priced at INR 3.6 lakhs and available in India with selected dealers of Trek bikes. Continue reading “2020 TREK MADONE SL6 DISC LAUNCHED”
THE COLLISION
The Copenhagenize Index latest edition places Mumbai at 5th rank in the overall ranking of ‘Best Bicycle Friendly Cities’ on this planet. Mumbai, overtook Strasbourg, which has long been recognized as a premier destination for cycling in France. Copenhagen retained 1st place, followed by Amsterdam at 2nd position, Utrecht 3rd and Antwerp at 4th rank. Continue reading “THE COLLISION”
A DEFUNCT BICYCLE FACTORY
The Smart City of Mumbai had its own Bicycle Factory called the ‘National Bicycle Corporation of India Ltd.’ (NBCIL) in the prime area of Worli spread over 4 acres of land. The NBCIL was established in 1939 by Birla Group to manufacture Bicycle and Bicycle parts with installed capacity of 5,44,000 bicycles as stated on their website. Continue reading “A DEFUNCT BICYCLE FACTORY”
BICYCLE ON SALE
Two bicycles were talking to each other –
The first bicycle said, “I was bought 20 years ago. My illustrious career has fond memories of adventures and touring. I can recollect impressions of crossing many miles, living a life of a nomad. Continue reading “BICYCLE ON SALE”
BICYCLE RIDE TO THE BUNKER MUSEUM
The Bunker Museum is located inside Raj Bhavan – the official residence of the governor of Maharashtra. The underground structure built during the British rule was used for defense and to fire cannons at the time of war. Continue reading “BICYCLE RIDE TO THE BUNKER MUSEUM”