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Cyclists throng Dal Lake to maintain fitness amid pandemic
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Cyclists throng Dal Lake to maintain fitness amid pandemic

In the coronavirus induced lockdown, cycling has emerged as the favourite new sport for many in several parts of the country, including Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar.Every morning and evening, numerous people come for cycling near the banks of the Dal Lake in order to keep themselves fit amid the deadly COVID-19 pandemic."This is a revolution that has taken over the entire country. In the last two to three years, more and more people have taken to cycling. The COVID-19 induced lockdown has brought so many people out of their homes and I am glad that the youth have opted for this activity so well," said Khalid Hussian, Joint Secretary of the Jammu and Kashmir Cycling Association.Dr Anwar Hussain, a doctor and a cyclist, said the increase in physical activity is beneficial for boosting immuni...