Sun Feb 02 17:00:40 UTC 2025: **Chennai Cyclists Demand Dedicated Lanes After Thiruvizha Event Highlights Safety Concerns**
CHENNAI, February 3, 2025 – Participants in the Chennai Cycle Thiruvizha 2025, held on Sunday, are calling for the construction of dedicated cycling lanes and improved road infrastructure to enhance cyclist safety. The event, powered by The Hindu, included discussions, workshops, and merchandise sales.
Cyclists highlighted the dangers faced on city roads, citing a recent fatal accident on Inner Ring Road. Jayantha Sadhana, a cyclist, compared Chennai’s infrastructure unfavorably to Hyderabad’s 23-km solar-powered cycling track, emphasizing the need for similar world-class facilities in Chennai. He also noted the increasing popularity of cycling for fitness, despite the associated costs.
Sajeesh P., a cycling business owner, confirmed the rising demand for cycling products, while Anbazhagan Sadasivam highlighted cycling as his daily commute, emphasizing the persistent safety risks. Positively, P. Karunakaran, a government bus driver and cyclist, reported success in educating his colleagues about cyclist safety, leading to a shift in some drivers’ behavior.
The cyclists’ collective plea underscores the need for government initiatives to improve road infrastructure and raise awareness among heavy vehicle drivers regarding cyclist safety.
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