Hyderabadi's PEDDLE THE WHEELS ON WORLD BICYCLE DAY 2019

The United Nations member states adopted a resolution on 12th April 2018, at the 72nd session of General Assembly Resolution A/Res/72/272, to declare 3rd June as the "World Bicycle Day" which will be observed annually. This resolution was mainly supported by Turkmenistan. The idea for global " World Bicycle Day" was propagated by Leszek J.Sibilski, who is a professor of sociology and a former member of the Polish National Olympic Cycling Team.

WORLD BICYCLE DAY 2019

World Bicycle Day 2019 will be celebrated on Monday, 3rd June.

This day will be observed by all the bicyclers with great enthusiasts across the globe with excitement and fun. The aim of the event will mainly focus on devoting particular attention to the bicycle in the current era of automobiles.

The mobility needs of people who talk and cycle -often the majority of citizens in a city continue to be overlooked. Even though the benefits of investing in pedestrians and cyclists can lives, help protect the environment and support poverty reduction. Meeting the needs of the people who walk and the cycle continues to be a critical part 'of the mobility solution for helping cities de-couple solution population growth from increased emissions and to improve air quality and road safety.

According to the WHO (World Health Organization), safe infrastructure for walking and cycling is also a pathway for achieving greater health equity. How does the poor urban sector face the rich? The best way is cycling and walking as it provides a form of transport while reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes, and even death. Accordingly improved active transport is not only healthy; it is also equitable and cost-effective.

WHY CELEBRATE THE BICYCLE?

. The bicycle is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation;

. The bicycle can serve as a tool for development and as a means not just of transportation but also of access to education, health care, and sport.

. The synergy between the bicycle and the user fosters creativity and social engagement and gives the user an immediate awareness of the local environment.

.The bicycle is a symbol of sustainable transportation and conveys a positive message to foster sustainable consumption and production, and has a positive impact on climate.

LET US ALL KNOW A BIT OF HISTORY BEHIND THE WORLD BICYCLE DAY- AND WHO ACTUALLY MADE IT HAPPEN

The great man who first observed This World Bicycle Day is Professor Leszek J. Sibilski. He has been a member of the polish national cycling team for ten long years. He also has an experience as a sports reporter, covering major cycling events throughout the globe. He is also a social activist and had been advocating in the UN, the rights for persons, with disabilities.

Professor Sibilski ventured into a project to study the role of bicycles in development. He had no idea if the project would inspire a massive advocacy effort to have the United Nations designate a day to promote the use of bicycle around the world.

He started with his two blogs initially, The first one he wrote in February 2015. The first blog he titles as " Cycling is Your business and everyone's business". The second Blog came a year later and is supposed to have hit the mark. The second blog was titled-"why is there no World Day for the Bicycle".

Two weeks after his second blog was released the professor got a fantabulous opportunity to present his case for " World Bicycle Day" at a "scientists for cycling" conference in Taipei, Taiwan. The presentation was well presented it was effective and fruitful, as the conference recognized that declaration of a "World Bicycle Day" was indeed justified.

The cause was supported by Turkmenistan, whose officials at the UN worked hard in cooperation with professor Sibilski to make the "World Bicycle Day" a reality. On 12 th April 2018, the UN General Assembly passed a resolution designating 3rd of June as the "World Bicycle Day"

First Bicycle Day Day- UN

The United Nations Celebrated the worlds First Bicycle Day on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018, at the UN General Assembly In New York City.

UN officials, Diplomats, Cyclists, and athletes, expressed their views on a bicycle and its innumerable health benefits. They acknowledged the role of the bicycle as a tool to promote and achieve Sustainable Development Goals of 2030.

The CEO of the World Bicycle Relief, an organization which promotes the use of a bicycle as a mobilization and empowerment tool, even stressed on the fact that a bicycle could be a catalyst for holistic development.

Hyderabad Peddles On World Bicycle Day

INDIA also celebrated its First Bicycle Day with huge participation in cities like Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Bangalore.

In Hyderabad D V Manohar, the only Indian on the Board of World Cycling Alliance. Brussels spoke about the need to have an International Bicycle Day.

D V Manohar, the chairman of Hyderabad Bicycle Club and the only Indian on Board of World Cycling Alliance, Brussels said, " We, the World Cycling Alliance and the European Cyclist Federation have been campaigning for a UN-designated World Bicycle Day since 2016. He had contributed considerably through the World Cycling Alliance to convince the UN to have a day dedicating to cycling. The All India Bicycling Federation in association with Smartbike Mobility Pvt Ltd will be organizing various cycling events across India on June 3 to celebrate World Bicycle Day, the largest cycling event being in New Delhi. The World Cycling Alliance, Brussels, which has been lobbying for a World Bicycle Day, announced that the United Nations has accepted its request unanimously and declared June 3rd as International World Bicycle Day. The resolution was adopted by a consensus of 193 Member states on April 12, 2018, during the 72nd Regular Session of UN General Assembly, in New York City. The declaration invites all Member States and relevant stakeholders to celebrate and promote awareness of cycling on World Bicycle Day. The declaration encourages the Member States to devote particular attention to the bicycle in their development strategies and to include the bicycle in international, national, subnational and regional development policies and programs.

There are different ways to promote World Bicycle Day

There are Various ways in which you could be a part of World Bicycle Day and promote its cause. You can take part in bicycle riding event organized on World Bicycle Day. Such events are popularly organized in all the major cities across the world.

One can organize an event in your localities all by yourself. Start by collecting all those lives depends on bicycles, like students, workers, healthcare providers, etc. Persuade them to take part in the bicycle rally in your city or village, also ask them to aware people of health and other benefits of bicycle riding.

Try donating for a cause like for people who don't have access to any kind of transport; healthcare workers who can't reach out to needy. A bicycle donated by you or least any monetary contribution made in this regard can work wonders in their lives.

Don't You all think Hopping on your bike is the best thing ever'

we've talked about the things holding you back from cycling always. now it's only fair that we mention the many ways our lives are enriched by hopping on a bike.

1. CYCLING IS FREEDOM

The most cited reason. Birds and pilots may disagree, but even flying doesn't come as close to the sensation of flying as cycling does.

The unique feeling I have on a bike is the freedom I feel wherever I am or wherever I am going. I never feel obliged to take the same route when I am on a cycle path. I can choose to go where my will takes me.

2. TRAVELLING BECOMES EASY

Regular cycle commuters will happily tell you how much time they save compared to other modes of transport. It's actually really frustrating to be sat on the top of a slow trundling bus when you're used to whizzing along on two wheels.

3. IT MAKES YOU FIT

There are lots of health benefits with cycling and energy levels.

4. IT MAKES YOU FEEL BETTER

Though the scientific evidence remains inconclusive, our readers were adamant: regular cycling makes you feel better.

it beats depression, Along with concomitant benefits of weight loss and a boost to fitness, cycling has a great positive impact on mental health.

5. CYCLING SAVES YOUR POCKETS

Commuting costs are increasingly eye-watering, whether you're paying for fuel or shelling out for a bus or train pass. While cycling can have its costs. It's worth learning the basics of cycle maintenance you can save plenty by using a bike to get around.