Kolkata: The cycling community of Kolkata came together to celebrate National Youth Day, honoring the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. Inspired by Swamiji’s timeless words, the event aimed to spread a message of positivity, sustainability and harmony in the city.
Around 100 cyclists from various cyclist groups and organizations like Bongyio Cycle Samaj, We the Common People, Kolkata Cycle Samaj Gouribari Cycle Training Center, rode their cycles from Vivekananda Ancestral Home via Girish Park crossing, Central Avenue, Bagbazar and reached at Kashipur Uddanbati Ramkrishna Math.
The cyclists highlighted numerous benefits of cycling, emphasizing its role in reducing air pollution, cutting transportation costs, and fostering a spirit of cooperation and community. The initiative showcased cycling as more than just a mode of transport, presenting it as a step toward a cleaner environment and a healthier society.
The event served as a call to action for…