World Bicycle Day

                          WORLD BICYCLE DAY


In April 2018, the United Nations General  Assembly declared June 3 as  World Bicycle Day. The resolution for World Bicycle Day recognizes "the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally  fit sustainable means of transport."

World Bicycle Day isWorld Bicycle Day is a global holiday meant to be enjoyed by all people regardless of any characteristic. The bicycle as a symbol of human progress and advancement "promotes tolerance, mutual understanding and respect and [facilitates] social inclusion  and a culture of peace." The bicycle further is a "symbol of sustainable transport and conveys a positive message to foster sustainable consumption and production, and has a positive impact on climate." World Bicycle Day is now being associated with promoting a healthy life style  for those with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. 


The theme of World Bicycle Day may be claimed as, “Uniqueness, versatility, longevity of the bicycle and simple, sustainable, affordable, reliable, means of transportation”. This extracted theme of world bicycle day reveals the observance aim of such a special day.

       

         Facts of Bicycle Day

  • Bicycle is a simple, affordable, reliable, and environment-friendly means of transportation.
  • A bicycle can serve as a tool for development and a source of access to education, health care, and sport.
  • The usage of a bicycle gives the user an immediate awareness of the local environment.
  • Bicycle is a symbol of sustainable transportation and fuel saving.
  • The Netherlands have a unique culture for bicycle. 17 million Dutch people own over 23 million bicycles. The Dutch royals have a long cycling tradition.

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