“Cycling is perhaps the only mode of transportation that provides adequate space for maintaining social distance,” Poddar replied, when asked why he favoured cycling during the Covid-19 pandemic. Cycling also provides physical and mental fitness required during the pandemic with most people stuck indoors, Poddar said. Soren, who was seen cycling after the JMM-led alliance came to power in Jharkhand in December last year, is believed to be a cycling enthusiast. “Since our businesses were closed during the lockdown, we cycled a lot,” Poddar, a member of Ranchi Cycling Club, said. Even common people are also cycling more now, Poddar replied, when pointed out that only those who consider it a sport take up cycling.

Source: The Telegraph June 24, 2020 20:48 UTC