Odisha youth designs solar-powered bicycle

Boudh: In what could possible address several issues including pollution by cutting down fossil fuel usage, a youth of Boudh district has come up with an innovative 'solar-powered' bicycle with auto gear.

Meet Akash Meher of Gohipita village who has designed the solar powered bicycle which is no less than any other motorised two wheeler vehicles.

With a top speed of 30 kmph, the solar bicycle model of Akash can be easily used by people of all ages.

"I was preparing for the civil services when the idea to come up with such a low-cost mode of transport came to my mind while travelling in a battery operated e-rickshaw at New Delhi," said Akash.

Akash further informed that his low-cost auto geared solar powered bicycle can be developed at a cost of Rs 15,000 and can be an affordable means of transport both in urban and rural pockets of the State and country.

The unique bicycle has multiple batteries, a solar panel along with headlight that can be used at night.

"The bicycle has also a music system while one can also charge mobile phone while on the go. I am planning to add some security features including auto-lock and anti-theft system," Akash added.