DENIZENS ELATED OVER HIRING BATTERY BIKES FROM DOORSTEP

Remember the blue coloured batteryoperated bikes which one would often spot around Delhi, parked at various Metro stations and other public areas? If you too desired to get one of these at your doorstep, consider the wish granted. As with Unlock 3.0, Yulu bikes will soon be available for hire at your doorstep. The denizens, no doubt, are rejoicing!

“Wearing mask, gloves and riding a bicycle that can be ordered at your doorstep is far better than taking public transport... In it, the scare of other people not adhering to social distancing norms is there. But while cycling, the ball is in your court,” says Defence Colony resident, Charanpreet Singh, an avid user of these bikes, since before the pandemic.

Concerns arising out of surging fuel prices, gives one more reason to city dwellers to welcome this mode Battery of transport. “Petrol bikes are a hit prices have risen among youth in the past few PHOTO: ARVIND months rapidly. YADAV/HT For smaller distances, bikes on demand will be a big relief to people who’re already under economic stress,” says Safdarjung Enclave resident, Akshay Saxena.

Prospects of revisiting familiar places, without the fear of using public transport is also making Delhiites happy. “I’m glad we can rent bikes yet again, and can ride in pairs while maintaining social distancing,” says Vasant Kunj resident, Ashish Thakur, who’s looking forward to join his friend on a biking spree.

Moreover, the eco-friendly nature of these bike makes it more appealing for many. Gurugram resident, Radhika Bajpayee says, “Shifting to cycling as a transportation mode would do wonders to our environment! I’m looking forward to hiring these bikes, whenever I visit the Capital!”