Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences successfully hosted Pedal for a Purpose– Cyclathon 2026, demonstrating its unwavering dedication to sustainability, community wellbeing, and responsible hospitality. This event brought together citizens to support the cause of a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.

Renowned actor and director Satrajit Sen served as the Chief Guest and officially kicked off the Cyclathon, inspiring participants to adopt healthier lifestyle choices and sustainable living.

Pedal for a Purpose was more than just a cycling event; it was a potent movement that promoted eco-friendly decisions and inspired people to switch to cycling as a sustainable form of transportation. Participants adopted a straightforward but effective strategy to cut carbon emissions, preserve fossil fuels, lower transportation costs, enhance individual health, and help protect the environment for future generations by opting for bicycles over fuel-powered vehicles.

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences promised to plant one sapling for each participant registration, further enhancing the initiative’s environmental impact. Every sapling was planted as a symbol of each rider’s contribution to both the creation of a greener environment and the reduction of carbon emissions through cycling. The hotel’s long-term commitment to creating a more sustainable future is furthered by this initiative.

Initiatives like Pedal for a Purpose demonstrate how everyday decisions and group action can have a long-lasting environmental impact, even as urban pollution and climate change continue to pose serious challenges. The Cyclathon reaffirmed the idea that personal accountability is the first step toward sustainability and that even modest adjustments can result in significant advancements toward a more environmentally friendly future.

Members of the hospitality fraternity, business professionals, cycling clubs, fitness enthusiasts, and locals all enthusiastically participated in the event, demonstrating the community’s growing dedication to healthier lifestyles and environmental stewardship. The Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, New Town Police Station, New Town Traffic Guard, and ECO Park Police Station all contributed significantly to the event’s successful execution. Their flawless coordination guaranteed the participants’ safety and easy mobility throughout the ride. The committed assistance of the Sportiz team, whose proficiency in sports event management and on-site coordination was essential to the Cyclathon’s successful planning and execution, further enhanced the event.

The ride started at the Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences, traveled to the Eco Park Eiffel Tower via the service road, and ended at the hotel once participants had finished the return trip. The picturesque route represented the path towards cleaner mobility, less reliance on fossil fuels, and a more sustainable future while providing cyclists with an energizing morning ride.

Participants received soft drinks, a nutritious breakfast buffet at the hotel, hydration assistance during the ride, and participation certificates as a token of appreciation for their contribution to this worthwhile project in order to guarantee a comfortable and unforgettable experience.

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable living, encouraging active and healthy lifestyles, and supporting community-driven projects that have a long-lasting social and environmental impact through Pedal for a Purpose – Cyclathon 2026. The hotel is getting closer to creating a future that is healthier, greener, and more responsible with each pedal and sapling planted.

Priyanka Dutta