Jamshedpur, Aug 16: On the occasion of Nation’s 75th Independence Day celebration, Faststep India, assembled all the cyclists of the city to celebrate the spirit of freedom. Of all the cyclist groups one cyclist group called cyclopedia covered the distance of 75km to pay tribute to 75 years of independence . It was a wonderful way to spread the message of love for the country and love for cycling as well as fitness.
The tour was conducted by the FastStep organisation led by Sushanto and Aparajita. The cycle tour was designed in a way as a health awareness activity for a healthier life and fitter living. The idea was also to promote cycling as a means of fitness.
A total of 50 participants participated in the tour. People from all age groups participated and the Covid 19 protocols were also followed. The tour started from Dorabji Tata Park to move to Link Road National championship cyclist Awtar Singh flagged off the cycle tour.
Sushanto Singha, a fitness freak said with growing passion about fitness in the Steel City, cycling has brought together the young and old to pedal long and wide across the city.
“We wanted to remind people and raise awareness about the perks of cycling in their weekly schedule . Not only does it keep you fit physically it also rejuvenates and keeps you agile mentally. On the other hand we spread the message of freedom,” said Aparajita Apra, a young participant from Faststep.
“We should adopt such healthy practices. It will be better not only for our environment, but for our future health as well. Environment protection is not something to be observed only for programmes and functions. It is something that we should imbibe in our lives. It can easily be done if we have the conviction and will,” said another participant.
