About Us
Cycle Connect Bhaktapur, registered at Office of the Company Registrar, Tripureshwor, Nepal, as a Profit Not Distributing Company, Reg No: 333298/080/081
Vision Policy
Our long term vision is to make Bhaktapur a model cycling destination that integrates sustainable mobility practices with cultural & natural heritage conservation and community development, serving as an inspiration for other cities and communities.
Our Mission
Cycle Connect Bhaktapur’s mission is to enhance the cycling culture in the age-old heritage city of Bhaktapur, following a sustainable framework.
Develop pedestrian and cycle-friendly surroundings, starting from the local community
Create an enhanced cycling culture to add value to the age old heritage city of Bhaktapur
Our Aspirations
Our ultimate goal is to create a sustainable cycle ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders by reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, promoting active transportation and eventually adding health, environmental and economical benefits. By leveraging the latest technological innovations and adopting a collaborative approach, we aim to create an inclusive cycling community that accommodates individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds and caters to their unique needs.
We recognize that we live in one of the most beautiful places on earth, and cycling provides us with an opportunity to explore and appreciate our surroundings fully. Our vision is to grow organically, leveraging our core values of innovation, discipline, growth, and collaboration, to create a thriving community of cycling enthusiasts. By doing so, we hope to set an example for other communities and inspire them to embrace cycling as a sustainable transportation option that benefits both individuals and society as a whole.
Our Beginnings
A brief look into our history…
The term “Cycle Connect Bhaktapur” became prevalent after the establishment of a Facebook group on June 2, 2021, with the original purpose of exchanging cycling-related content among a close circle.
How we started out: Result of shared Love for Cycling and Bhaktapur
Cycle Connect Bhaktapur’s inception cannot be precisely articulated, given that it was not preplanned. The group materialized from a collective passion for cycling and a yearning to realize its potential. Cycle Connect Bhaktapur functioned as a hobby group without any formalized organizational structure. The term “Cycle Connect Bhaktapur” became prevalent after the establishment of a Facebook group on June 2, 2021, with the original purpose of exchanging cycling-related content among a close circle. The group’s sizeable expansion was fueled by the independently arranged #korachallenge event on July 17, 2021, which exceeded expectations and cemented the group’s status as a preeminent venue for cycling enthusiasts in and around Bhaktapur. However, recognizing the potential to transform this passion into a worthwhile endeavor, an open mass meeting was held on September 4, 2021 (Bhadra 19, 2078) at Vajra Hotel and Restaurant, Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, which brought together like-minded cycle enthusiasts from the region. Following extensive deliberation and performance review, the first committee of Cycle Connect Bhaktapur was established, comprising a five-member Advisory Committee and an 11-member Executive Committee. In line with its core values of innovation and proactive culture, discipline and growth, and a collaborative mindset, Cycle Connect Bhaktapur’s mission is to enhance the cycling culture in the age-old heritage city of Bhaktapur, following a sustainable framework.