India Cycles 4 Change Challenge.
                     India Cycles 4 Change 
Challenge
Introduction
• The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, along with Smart Cities Mission 
and ITDP India are all set to launch the India Cycles 4 Change Challenge in order to 
create a cycling-friendly atmosphere in Indian cities. 
Source: Affairs Cloud
Effect of Covid-19
• COVID-19 provides an opportunity for cities to accept cycling and with COVID19 the 
demand for cycling is growing. 
• Thanks to lock down and vehicle traffic restrictions, Bicycle uses are on the rise.
Source: Moneycontrol
Effect around the Globe
• Cities are developing their cycling networks around the world. 
• Cycling is a green way of economic regeneration, as it can provide access to 
employment , education, leisure, and it is for everyone. 
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Attracting Reward
• India Cycles 4 Change Challenge is to inspire Indian cities in the wake of COVID-19 
to implement rapid cycle friendly interventions in collaboration with their citizens 
and expert assistance. The top 10 winning cities will each receive Rs. 1 crore. 
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Effect in Guwahati
• To help Guwahati achieve this goal, the Green Lane Foundation conducted a small 
survey with support from Guwahati's Bicycle Mayor and Pedal for a Change to find 
out the best routes in Guwahati where bicycle lanes can be proposed.
Source: The Hindu
Links for Details
• Interested persons should click on the link to apply their choice: 
https:/forms.gle/2AoDGstGPUAh92Vn8. 
• One can also visit the voting page at www.thegreenlanefoundation.org. 
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The Routes
• The routes were prepared to connect places of public interest such as educational 
institutes, places of work, and markets. 
• There are paths that can be used at all times of the day for the highest number of 
people commuting on their cycles. The reports will be forwarded to the 
departments concerned for further action.
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Benefits of Bi-Cycles
 Cardiovascular fitness increased
 Intensified physical strength and endurance
 Joint mobility increased
 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and 
reduce global climate change
 Reduces air pollutants 
 Lowers noise and congestion
 Reduces the need for new car-parks and 
roads
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Economical and Social Benefits
 Compared to walking and cycling, motor vehicles inflict even more wear and tear 
on roads 
 Calmer, cleaner streets
 Focused eyes on the streets
 Safety in numbers
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Conclusion
• The challenge aims to encourage Indian cities in the wake of COVID-19 to introduce 
fast cycling-friendly initiatives with the help of their residents and expert assistance. 
• The challenge kicked off on 10 July 2020.
Source: NorthEast Now