Cycle rickshaws may be introduced in NDMC areas; sources say the civic body and police are opposing the move citing security and traffic concerns

The Capital's high and mighty would soon be able to enjoy a ride on the humble cycle rickshaw; that is if things go according to plan.


Asleep at the wheels:u00a0 So far, an order by the Lieutenant Governor
had prevented cycle rickshaws from plying in NDMC areas. File Pics

The Special Task Force (STF) formed by Delhi High Court to solve traffic problems in the city is deliberating upon a draft by Delhi-based NGO Manushi Sangathan, in which it has recommended that cycle rickshaws be allowed in New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) areas and arterial roads of the city.

Sources say the STF is divided over the issue as a few members foresee a traffic chaos if cycle rickshaws are allowed in the high-profile zone. Delhi traffic police and NDMC both are opposed to the idea, while Manushi and some transport experts who are part of the STF are favouring it.u00a0