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United News of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- United News of India
TN Cycling League 2025 gears up for Season 3 from June 7
Chennai, June 5 (UNI) The much-anticipated Tamil Nadu Cycling League (TCL) is set to return for its third season on June 7 and 8 at the iconic Napier Bridge in Chennai on the Marina beach front. This venue is notable for being part of the 3.5 km Chennai Formula Racing Circuit, which hosted an exhilarating night street race in August 2024, adding a thrilling motorsport legacy to the location. The Tamil Nadu Cycling League is organized by the Tamil Nadu Cycling Association in partnership with the Greater Chennai Corporation, and powered by the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) and Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), this landmark event continues to celebrate the spirit of endurance, sportsmanship and sustainability. This year, TCL not only brings together top-tier talent from across Tamil Nadu but also introduces an engaging community initiative the 'Green Ride' scheduled for June 8, 2025. This 2.5 km non-competitive ride invites cycling enthusiasts of all ages to "Pedal your way around the Island" and promote eco-conscious commuting. The Green Ride kicks off at 5:30 AM from Napier Bridge and is open to all with a nominal registration fee of Rs. 300. Dignitaries and special guests expected to grace the occasion include Atulya Mishra Additional Chief Secretary, Youth Welfare & Sports Development; Meganatha Reddy Member Secretary, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT); M Sudhakar, President, Tamil Nadu Cycling Association; Maninder Pal Singh, Secretary General of the Cycling Federation of India (CFI); J Kumaragurubaran Commissioner of Greater Chennai Corporation; and V Sivakrishnamurthy Deputy Commissioner of Greater Chennai Corporation. M Sudhakar, President, Tamil Nadu Cycling Association said 'We are proud to see the Tamil Nadu Cycling League grow into one of the most anticipated sporting events in the state. With over 500 participants last year and a projected turnout of 1,500 this year, the enthusiasm for cycling is clearly gaining momentum, the organisers said. The unwavering support from the Government of Tamil Nadu has been instrumental in this journey from actively promoting cycling culture to developing world-class infrastructure like the velodrome in Melakottaiyur, Chennai under the Khelo India initiative. This year also marks a historic milestone as we introduce India's first Cyclothon event in Chennai. Such progressive steps reaffirm Tamil Nadu's position as a front-runner in promoting sports and nurturing talent at every level. We expect the same kind unwavering support from the state government in the upcoming editions to support the cycling enthusiasts in Chennai.'* Backed by prestigious past sponsors such as Nippon Paints and supported by brand partners and media houses, TCL Season 3 aims to be bigger and better than ever before. Participants can look forward to a wide range of open race categories including U-12 Boys & Girls, U-14 Boys & Girls (Age: 12 to under 14), U-18 Boys & Girls (Age: 14 to under 18), Men's Open & Women's Open (Age: 18 & above), TCL Team Time Trial. The event will also feature professional league teams such as Kovai Pedals (winners of Season 1 & 2), Namma Chennai Riders, Madras Pro Racers, Kumari Riders, Salem Super Riders Rancycer, Trichy Rockfort Riders, Madurai Mass Riders UNI GV 0618
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
CITU organises grand May day
Kovelakuntla: On the occasion of International Labour Day (May Day), the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) organised grand celebrations across Kovelakuntla town on Thursday. The May Day events, held under the aegis of CITU, took place at three key centres, witnessing massive participation from workers across various sectors. Addressing the gathering, CPI(M) district leader M Sudhakar recalled the historic struggle of workers in Chicago in 1886, who valiantly fought and sacrificed their lives to secure the eight-hour workday. He explained that this year marks the 139th observance of May Day, celebrated with the same spirit of struggle and solidarity. Criticising the Central Government led by the BJP, Sudhakar said that the government has diluted workers' rights by replacing 44 labour laws with four Labour Codes, effectively curbing workers' right to protest and question injustices. He pointed out that even today, millions of workers across the country are deprived of job security and social welfare, while corporate giants continue to receive massive financial concessions under the guise of nation-building. As part of the event, Prakash Naidu, President of Kovelakuntla Major Gram Panchayat, distributed identity cards to auto workers. Speaking on the occasion, he assured that from today onwards, accident insurance coverage would be extended to Gram Panchayat workers and Swachh Bharat workers, enhancing their social security. CITU leaders Venkata Lakshmamma, Vadde Subbaraidu, Obulesu, Kathi Obulesu, Ramulamma, Tyagaraju, Venkatesh, Raghu, Nadipenna, Bujji, along with large numbers of auto workers, Anganwadi workers, Swachh Bharat workers, small traders, Gram Panchayat workers, and trade union activists participated innthe orogram. Their spirited involvement contributed to the resounding success of the May Day programme.
