Manila, April 9 -- The Department of Agrarian Reform-Negros Island Region (DAR-NIR) is promoting the use of bicycles and other modes of non-motorized transport for the daily commute of its officials and staff.

DAR-NIR Director Lucrecia Taberna led the launch of "Padyak to Work" (Pedal to Work) on Thursday at North Capitol Road here as a strategy to reduce fuel reliance and boost physical fitness.

"We thought of a strategy together with the president of the DAR Rank and File Employees Union on how we, at DAR-NIR, can contribute to fuel-saving measures," Taberna said.

The "Padyak to Work" initiative kicked off with a ceremonial bike send-off from the North Capitol Road and a Zumba session at the Provincial Capitol Park and Lagoon.

The a...