Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) successfully conducted Saksham 2020 Cycle Rally & Walkathon in Thane and Navi Mumbai on Sunday, 2nd February, 2020. Flagged off by Shri Sanjib Datta, Managing Director ,MGL, at Navi Mumbai and Shri Deepak Sawant ,Deputy Managing Director, MGL at Thane the rally began at 7am on Sunday morning and saw participation from over 3000 environmental enthusiasts with around 2000 participants from Navi Mumbai and 1000 participants from Thane.
By encouraging citizens to participate over a 5km Green Ride Cycle Rally and 3km Walkathon, the initiative aims to inspire people make healthier choices in their lifestyle and protecting the environment. The event was successful in spreading awareness on fuel conservation by promoting walking and the use of cycles over short distances.
The initiative is organized by Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) under the aegis of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. Propagating the message of 'Cycle for Health, Environment & Conservation', PCRA is organizing Cycle Rally and Walkathon in 200 cities across the country.