The count of people who use bicycles as the primary mode of transport in some countries is declining despite its physical and environmental advantages. The most important reasons can be technology and luxury. People can be motivated to use bicycles that make them fit physically.
Technology has brought many vehicles for the people to feel the luxury. Most of the people don’t eat healthy food and are not physically fit to ride a bicycle for even a short distance. Considering their laziness and increased sales, many vehicles were manufactured like bikes, cars, autos, automated cars etc. people are habituated to use these vehicles which consume lot of fuel. The fuel that is used in the vehicles causes environmental pollution which is the major problem now. For instance 70% school going children in Hyderabad use bikes instead of cycles according to a survey conducted in the July 2024.
The importance and benefits of riding bicycles should be taught in schools so that children will be encouraged to use them. Awareness programs should be conducted illustrating the physical and environmental benefits of using bicycles. Advertisements regarding pollution caused by usage of bikes, cars should be made. Bicycle riding should be a regular part of daily excercise.
In conclusion, increased varieties of vehicles and luxury are the main reasons for decreased cycle usage, however the bicycle use can be increased to certain extent by advertising or creating awareness programs. People can physically be strong if they ride a bicycle for at least half an hour in a day.