C. Sylendra Babu, Director General of Police of the Railways, Tamil Nadu has cycled 600 km between Chennai and Rameswaram in 36 hours to promote cycling among the youth.
Babu, a fitness enthusiast, started from Chennai on Friday with 4 cyclists and reached Rameswaram today. He said cycling is a great exercise and a sport. He has also appealed people to opt for cycling for the daily commute quoting the example of developed countries.
"We started this journey as a sport to emphasize that it is essential for every Indian citizen to be physically and mentally fit and healthy", said Babu.
He stated that cycling is an eco-friendly mean of transport that does not pollute the air like a motorcycle or car.
( With inputs from ANI )
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