Delhi distributes bicycles to boost girls’ school access
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Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood gave 130 female students bicycles on Thursday at a school in Janakpuri, as part of the Delhi government’s Vidya Vahini Yojana program.
The initiative, launched in July, aims to help girls in Class 9 of government schools travel to school more easily. Students like Sonam and Rizwana expressed excitement about saving time and gaining independence in their commutes, while for Sweety Kumari’s family, the bicycle represents the first vehicle they have ever owned.
The program intends to reach approximately 1.4 lakh eligible girls across Delhi with this support. Minister Sood emphasized that the bicycles are meant to empower students by providing them with a tool for self-reliance and encouraging them to focus on gaining knowledge and confidence. Beyond the bicycle distribution, the event also showcased student-led technological innovations, including a safety smartwatch and a drone for mosquito control.
The Delhi government also funds student teams working on scientific projects, providing Rs 20,000 annually to 5,000 teams, for a total of Rs 10 crore each year.
