This refers to the article, “Pedal power can change your life” (August 22) by Pankaj Munjal. Dario Hidalgo, the renowned transport planner from the Colombian city of Bogota, says: “A successful city is one where people feel encouraged to walk or go biking”. Indian cities aspiring to become ‘smart’, should aim to reduce their carbon footprint from vehicular emissions should focus on cycling and invest in dedicated cycling tracks.