Leaders of India’s bicycle industry honoured

The fourth AICMA Awards marked yet another milestone in celebrating the pioneers, achievers and visionaries of the Indian bicycle industry. The event brought together eminent leaders, policymakers and industry stalwarts, making it a momentous occasion for the cycling fraternity.

The awards ceremony was graced by Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, who lauded the contribution of the cycle industry in providing large-scale employment, strengthening the economy and promoting sustainable and healthy living in the country. He further said that Punjab, being the hub of the bicycle sector, had the potential to lead India towards a future of green mobility and international competitiveness.

Nasim Arshi, Customs Commissionerate, Ludhiana, in his address, highlighted the growing importance of exports in the cycle sector and assured continued support in facilitating smoother international trade to enhance India’s global presence.

The occasion was also marked by the presence of leading industry figures such as Omkar Pahwa and Rishi Pahwa, vice presidents of AICMA. Aditya Munjal, president, AICMA, spoke about a strong vision for innovation, sustainability and global outreach, while Harpreet Sandhu, State Information Commissioner, Punjab, underlined the role of knowledge-sharing and transparency in strengthening the industry ecosystem. Harsimran Jeet Singh Lucky, president, UCPMA, emphasised industry collaboration and unity as the key to retaining Punjab’s leadership as the cycle capital of India.

The highlight of the event was the felicitation of distinguished achievers whose contributions continue to inspire the growth and innovation of the Indian cycle industry. This year’s awards were conferred upon: Manjinder Singh, MD Citizen Group; U Rajgopal, senior VP and division head; Murali HR, founder, Namma Cycle Foundation; Bhairvi Kalpesh, CEO and founder, BYSC India; Harmanjot Singh, MD, Navyug Namdhari Ecodrive; Atulya Mittal, founder, Nexzu Mobility Ltd; and Harshita Jakhar, Rajasthan.

The awards ceremony not only honoured exceptional contributions but also reflected the industry’s unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability and strengthening India’s standing in the global bicycle landscape.