As we close the chapter on two of India’s landmark mobility initiatives, the India Cycles4Change (C4C) and Streets4People Challenges (S4P), there is much to celebrate from this transformative four-year journey. Four years is also the time it takes to prepare for the Olympics, and just as the world has witnessed the spirit of the 2024 Paris Summer Games, these efforts share many things in common. Just like Olympic athletes need consistent training and resources to shine on the global stage, Indian cities received continuous support and guidance to shine throughout these Challenges. With help from national and local experts, they built a network of partners, engaged with their community. They strengthened their capacity through open dialogue and collaboration, ensuring they had everything they needed to create safer and more accessible streets for all.
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