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CP Transforms: Roads Belong to People on Raahgiri Day
5 Oct
Summary
- Raahgiri Day initiative turned Connaught Place into a car-free public space.
- Diverse activities included cycling, yoga, dance, and musical performances.
- Officials emphasized promoting healthy lifestyles and road safety awareness.
Connaught Place in New Delhi was revitalized with energy and community spirit on a recent Sunday for Raahgiri Day. This car-free initiative, organized by the Raahgiri Foundation in partnership with Sundays on Cycle and the New Delhi Municipal Council, transformed the iconic area into a lively public space dedicated to people.
Under the theme 'roads are beautiful when they belong to people,' the event fostered a safe and engaging environment for all age groups. Activities ranged from cycling and badminton to yoga, zumba, folk dance, and art, encouraging active participation and the enjoyment of public spaces. The Euphoria Band provided an energetic musical backdrop at Central Park, captivating the youth.
The event commenced with a cycle rally, flagged off by Delhi minister Ashish Sood, NDMC chairperson Manoj Kumar Dwivedi, and special commissioner of Delhi Police (traffic) Ajay Chaudhary. Officials praised Raahgiri for enabling citizens to reclaim streets for healthy activities and noted the Delhi government's efforts in developing cycling tracks. The enthusiastic youth participation was seen as an inspiring message for healthier mobility and a stand against pollution. Raahgiri was also recognized as a crucial platform for promoting responsible road behavior and traffic safety awareness.
