Bike rally in Kohima promotes safety gear awareness

B Henok Buchem flagging off the bike rally in Kohima on Saturday.

• KOHIMA — A bike rally to raise awareness about wearing safety gear was held on Saturday, starting from Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) Hall, Secretariat Kohima, to Kisama Heritage Village, with more than 60 bikers participating.
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• The rally was organised by Taho in partnership with Vega Auto Accessories Private Limited (Vega and Axor).
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• Kevi Tsükrü, proprietor of Taho, said the rally aimed to raise awareness about the importance of wearing safety gear while riding a two-wheeler, noting the increase in the number of two-wheelers on the road and the widespread ignorance of wearing safety gear.
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• He hoped the rally would bring positive awareness and highlight the importance of wearing a certified helmet among riders in Nagaland.

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• Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, B Henok Buchem, before flagging off the rally, said that riding a bike is thrilling and moving together in a group encourages people. He advised all participants to ride safely. He also appreciated the objective and intention of the rally, stating that one needs to use the right quality of helmet and safety gear.
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  Bikers and organisers posing for a photo at Kisama Heritage Village in Kohima on Saturday.

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• Saddam Shaikh, regional manager of Vega Auto Accessories Pvt. Ltd., said the main motive of the rally was not only to ride a bike but to promote road safety and awareness, as well as to ensure that riders are wearing helmets. He also advised the riders to follow traffic safety rules while riding.