Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi Promote Bicycling – There’s a particular charm in feeling the wind in your hair as you pedal along, an experience that resonates with everyone who has ever ridden a bicycle. Riding a bicycle isn’t just a mode of transportation; it’s a celebration of freedom and health, one that is low-cost, environment-friendly, and incredibly liberating.
On June 3, the world celebrated World Bicycle Day, an international observance recognized by the United Nations. The day is dedicated to promoting the many benefits of cycling and raising awareness about the importance of bicycles as a sustainable mode of transportation.
This year, in the heart of Mumbai, well-known Bollywood couple Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi joined in the celebration, each riding an electric bicycle and advocating for this eco-friendly means of transport. Using their influence to promote a healthier and greener lifestyle, the couple emphasized the urgency to make the switch to sustainable alternatives in our daily lives.
Neha, who is widely admired for her roles in Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, and Malayalam films, expressed, “I feel that it is important to look at alternative methods to travel as also need to save the environment, not just because of world environment day, but I feel that every day we need to make these conscious changes, it is okay… I really think it is time to make the switch.”
Her sentiment resonates with a universal truth that making the shift to sustainable alternatives is no longer an option; it’s a necessity. Given the burgeoning climate crisis, we must turn to environmentally friendly options like cycling.
Angad Bedi, a fitness enthusiast and Neha’s husband, echoed her thoughts, stressing the dual advantage of cycling as both a mode of transportation and a form of exercise. “It is a great initiative and fitness shouldn’t always be in the gym, God has blessed us with two legs and two hands, and we must use them for walking, running, cycling and more.”
Indeed, the holistic benefits of cycling are undeniable. It’s a natural workout that can be seamlessly integrated into daily routines. Electric bicycles, like the one the couple was riding, provide an added benefit. If one gets tired, the bike can be put in gear and assist the ride, making it an accessible and enjoyable option for many.
World Bicycle Day, therefore, is more than just an observance; it’s a call to action. By celebrating the day, Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi joined a global effort to raise awareness about sustainable transportation, and by doing so, they serve as role models for many people.
As we look forward to World Environment Day on June 5, their message carries an even greater significance. We all have a role to play in preserving our environment, and choosing greener modes of transport is a great place to start.
With celebrities like Neha and Angad leading the way, it’s clear that the journey to sustainability, while it might be long, is achievable, one pedal stroke at a time. The switch to sustainable transportation isn’t just about saving the environment; it’s about shaping a healthier, more active lifestyle for ourselves. So, this World Bicycle Day, let’s take a cue from Neha and Angad and start pedaling towards a greener future.
