Cycling has many benefits, yet in some countries there is a decrease in the number of people using bicycles as their main form of transportation. Why is it happening? Give suggestions on how to encourage people to use bicycles again.

 Cycling has many benefits, yet in some countries there is a decrease in the number of people using bicycles as their main form of transportation. Why is it happening? Give suggestions on how to encourage people to use bicycles again.

In concurrent times, the benefits of cycling are often overlooked in favor of modern forms of transportation in many countries. I shall further elucidate the reason behind the decrease in the number of people pedalling, and shall share my suggestions on how to encourage them to use this mode again in the following paragraphs

To start with, a school of thought states that four wheelers have become a luxury and a status symbol, youngsters are more inclined towards these vehicles as they feel the one in the car is rich and the one pedaling is poor. People also compare themselves with others by the means of luxury they own. Also, a person using a car is able to reach the destination in lesser time as compared to cycling.The recent surveys state that many do not like to use cycles and waste their time as they feel the time spent in this activity can be used in something productive which will further help them use the time saved in other critical areas. 

On the other hand, there are a variety of options which can be followed in order to transport. Workshops can be organised in order to guide the citizens about  the health benefits; one can afford by pedaling. Governments should impose certain laws such as a family of four members can have only one car. Advertisements where celebrities are featured can be used to attract the countrymen towards the benefits this 19th century invention holds. Cycle races can be a part of quarterly activity where people are nominated and awarded based on the ranks achieved. Additionally,  is observed that  the people using cycles are less prone to health diseases as compared to  the others.

Overall, despite the benefits cycling affords, many are disinclined from riding a bike. However, these vehicles can be made popular once again if prudent steps are taken by the state and businesses.