Last Updated: March 06, 2023, 13:19 IST
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The International Women’s Day Cyclothon witnessed girls, males and the transgender neighborhood from all walks of life come collectively for gender equality and for making cities safer and inclusive for girls and the transgender neighborhood
The Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi carried out an 11km Cyclothon in partnership with the United Nations in India, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) to champion the reason for gender equality and environmental sustainability forward of the International Women’s Day.
The International Women’s Day Cyclothon witnessed girls, males and the transgender neighborhood from all walks of life come collectively for gender equality and for making cities safer and inclusive for girls and transgender neighborhood. Mr. Himanshu Gupta, Director, Directorate of Education – Govt of NCT of Delhi mentioned, “It’s essential for us to carry gender equality in our society and we additionally know that Delhi is dealing with points with air pollution. So, we thought why not conduct an occasion which can assist us counter each points. I want to thank the UN and celebrities, who got here ahead and related to us.”
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The first Indian woman to win an Olympic Medal Karnam Malleswari also graced the event with her presence. Speaking about the value of sports, the former weightlifter said, “It feels amazing to see so many people come here to take part in the cyclothon. Cycling is great for health and the environment as well. This initiative by the Delhi Government is very important. The government has been supporting the growth of women’s sports a lot. And sport is the best way to achieve gender equality in our society.”
Flagging off the cyclothon, Shombi Sharp, United Nations Resident Coordinator, India, spoke about countering gender inequality and local weather change. “Women’s rights are human rights. Yet, as we collect right here right this moment, these rights should not persistently afforded to everybody, and particularly to not girls and ladies dealing with different challenges and crises. Sports, together with biking, is a vital enabler of sustainable improvement. The UN acknowledges the rising contribution of sports activities to the empowerment of girls and of younger folks, people and communities.”
Under the banner of “Unity ride for gender equality, and a cleaner, greener, more sustainable future for all.”
It’s an exquisite honour to be right here. I want to want everybody a Happy International Women’s Day on behalf of the United Nations. Ensuring gender equality is crucial factor we are able to do to realize our collective aspirations. We even have to unravel the local weather change drawback and biking is a vital a part of our battle in opposition to local weather change,” Sharp said.
Simran Arora, consultant – Transgender Division, Backward Division, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, said, “The cyclothon is a great initiative to promote gender equality. I am very excited to be here. Being a transgender, I don’t get a lot of opportunities to be a part of sports events. This cyclothon is an excellent initiative as it promotes gender equality. Our efforts of cycling here might provide opportunities for future generations.”
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