Cycling booms again

Rohtak: The Covid pandemic has had one positive impact. People have taken to cycling in a big way to remain in shape and boost their immunity. Here, in Rohtak, not only youth, but also senior citizens are seen pedalling every morning and evening. Former minister Krishan Murti Hooda (72) is one of them. He is part of a 10-member group who cycles 24 km every morning. Another former minister Manish Grover is fond of cycling. He is making efforts to ensure a separate lane for cyclists in the city. “Around 5,000 people cycle daily in Rohtak city. So a safe passage for them is a must,” Grover says.

Yoga for better immunity

Karnal: Retired Inspector Sukhbir Tyagi on Sunday made people aware of the importance of yoga in boosting their immunity to fight the deadly Covid virus. He interacted with people through an online session organised by Patanjali’s Karnal unit. “Make yoga a part of your lives as it helps control blood pressure and sugar level, and improves concentration,” he said.

Creative ways to check Covid

Mahendragarh: The district administration has launched a sticker to make people aware of the dos and don’ts in view of the Covid virus. The stickers will be pasted on 10,000 vehicles. “The stickers give the message of wearing masks and maintaining social distancing. Since no vaccine has been invented so far, precaution is the only best option to remain safe,” Deputy Commissioner RK Singh said.

New high for mountaineer

Rewari: Mountaineer Narender Yadav (24) of the district’s Nehrugrah village has been selected for the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award, which will be conferred on him by President Ram Nath Kovind on Sports Day (August 29). “I have scaled Mt Everest, Mt Kilimanjaro, Mt Elbrus, Mt Aconcagua and 10 other peaks in Australia. My name has been registered in the Limca Book of Records for reaching the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro in 17 hours and descending in nine hours and seven minutes,” says Narendra, who scaled Mt Everest at the age of 20 in 2016. He adds he is enthused to be selected for the award.