Cycling for better Future

In April 2018, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 3 as International World Bicycle Day. The resolution for World Bicycle Day recognizes "the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport." In this purpose Bhagat Singh Rover Crew, N.F. Railway, Alipurduar jn. also organise a cycle rally with the scouts. guides of Alipurduar.

On this day almost 40 scouts, guides, of Alipurduar jn. participated on a Cycle Rally of almost 6 km and show peoples of Alipurduar that cycle is a very cheap as well as very healthy way of transport.

World Bicycle Day is a special day meant to be enjoyed by all people of regardless of any characteristic. The bicycle as a symbol of human progress and advancement ".It also promotes tolerance, mutual understanding and respect and social inclusion and a culture of peace. "The bicycle further is a "symbol of sustainable transport and conveys a positive message to foster sustainable consumption and production, and has a positive impact on climate."

Learning how to ride a Cycle is among every adult's fondest childhood memories. In several parts of the world, cycles are still a mainstream mode of transport, and are becoming more popular in India too. India is the second largest cycle industry in the world and the world's third largest consumer of bicycles, we need to continuing the progress by riding Bicycle everyday.
Number of participants
4
Service hours
24
Beneficiaries
40
Location
India
Topics
Youth Programme
Youth Engagement
Health lifestyles

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