Bhubaneswar, June 3 -- Even as motorcycles and cars have become the preferred mode of transport for many, the humble bicycle continues to hold a special place in the lives of countless people. On World Bicycle Day, stories from Jatni highlight how this simple two-wheeler remains a source of health, livelihood, and cherished memories.

Observed every year on June 3, World Bicycle Day was declared by the United Nations to promote bicycles as an affordable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly mode of transport. While bicycle usage may have declined over the years, many people continue to rely on it in their daily lives for work, fitness, and mobility.

For retired teacher Trilochan Mohapatra of Balichhak Sahi, cycling has been a lifelo...