Pune: Over 500 cyclists from Pune took part in an ‘Empowered Cyclothon’ organised by the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) on Sunday, to convey the message of fuel conservation. The cyclothon was flagged off from Golibar Maidan by Member of Parliament from Pune, Anil Shirole.

The rally, which began from Golibar Maidan, proceeded towards MG Road, Cantonment Police Station and ended at the starting point itself. Shirole took part in the 5-km long rally and conveyed the message of fuel conservation. He also urged Puneites to use cycles as much as possible.

Indian Cycling Association, Pune, and other social organisations took part in the rally actively.