There has been a growing popularity of cycling as a means of commuting, exercise and recreation for some time now. However, our capital wasn't cyclist-friendly until recently, when the city corporations started making separate lanes for the safety of cyclists on our roads. DNCC recently conducted a drive against illegal food stands, installations and parking on Manik Mia Avenue to make space for a bicycle lane. It is indeed laudable what the city corporations are doing in this case. Not only is cycling considered as good physical exercise; it is also a green vehicle, meaning it doesn't generate any harmful emissions that pollute the environment. I urge the authorities concerned to arrange more such separate bicycle lanes to promote cycling which will surely help in sustaining a greener environment with healthy citizens.