The heart of Bangladesh witnessed an audacious and life-changing event in April 2025: a 1,000 km cycling trip spanning from Tetulia (Banglabandha Zero Point) in the north to Teknaf in the south. It wasn’t a leisurely stroll or a race, it was a march directed towards creating awareness for a zero emission carbon goal alongside calling for an action toward a collective sustainable future. 

A corporate sponsor BotSailor, a Xerone IT innovation, proudly embraced this cause. Our involvement with the Rajshahi University Cyclist (RU Cyclists) was not purely financial, but based on strong beliefs and was aligned with our corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives focused on environmentalism as well as on fostering and empowering youth leaders, in addition to promoting socially responsible business endeavors.

A Journey of Purpose: Tetulia to Teknaf, 1,000 km for the Planet

The trip was composed of three students from Rajshahi University, all of whom were affiliated with the RU Cyclists community. With determination in their hearts and their legs moving at full force, they embarked on the daunting mission of cycling the entire length of Bangladesh in eight days – and doing so with zero carbon emissions.

📍 Route & Highlights

• Day 1: Banglabandha Zero Point, start point, Tetulia

• Days 2-3: Cycling through Rangpur, Bogura, and Sirajganj

• Day 4: Riding through the capital Dhaka – the most bustling region in the country

• Day 5: Riding past Narayanganj, crossing the stunning Meghna River Bridge

• Day 6: Legend Nazrul Institute Bhubon, Comilla, linking the world of cultural heritage with climate change advocacy

• Day 7: Starting in the hills of Chattogram

• Day 8: Arriving at Teknaf – achieving a cross country ride

• Each stop of the ride provided locals with information about their carbon footprints

• The public discussion reached thousands on social media, further advancing the sustainability dialogue

• It was acknowledged and sponsored by one of the first corporate tech sponsors for large scale student led climate rides in the country

• Advocating for climate-conscious youth movements.  

• Practicing eco-friendly technology development.  

• Leveraging our influence to foster sustainability in society and digital spaces.  

This eco-friendly routing was designed to showcase the diverse geographic and socio-cultural environments found throughout Bangladesh. The northern rural areas as well as the southern parts of Dhaka are heavily congested, but are beauties waiting to be experienced by the passerby. Cyclists, for instance, can observe the effects of the climate crisis firsthand.

Why This Matters: BotSailor’s CSR Commitment

At BotSailor, we understand CSR as something that gives us direction rather than just a responsibility. Our support for this initiative was underpinned by four defining elements:

🌱 Environmental Awareness

The riding advocates what we believe and stand for, emphasizing action as the leading mantra. With our nature as a digital platform, it is clear that the advancement of technology must go hand in hand with taking care of Mother Nature.

🚴‍♂️ Youth Empowerment

Working with the Rajshahi University students allows us to give volume to young passionate voices, who are the changemakers of the world tomorrow.

💚 Community Connections

The purpose of this ride was to bring together different people, companies, and local institutions along with one vision: reducing carbon emission for a better future.

🌍 Global Relevance, Local Action.

The slogan of ‘zero carbon emission features, praising BotSailor for having this recognizable slogan’ covers the world even if the ride took place in Bangladesh. Supporting this effort is also our contribution to the larger scope of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals such as climate action SDG 13.

In the Public Eye: Local and National Reactions

This Zero Carbon Emission Ride by RU Cyclists Captured Bangladeshi People’s Hearts and Minds:

🎬 Locals Reactions

The cyclists were greeted with cheers, questions, and their curiosity. Locals provided water, meals, and morale which just goes to show that true sustainability creates meaningful dialogue when made personal. Children joined the cyclists in little rides around the area and the elders expressed their adoration caricature style.

🤝 Rajshahi University

Vice Chancellors from Rajshahi University alongside members of the student body exhibited their pride for the cyclists and what he achieved. It was a feat that was – A Physical endeavor, an academic, social, and environmental experience all at once. The university deemed the ride to be such an enlightening experience, that they declared it a milestone in social activism done by students.

📝 News Adverts

The ride got recognition throughout the whole nation when it was reported on by DBC News- one of the leading news channels of Bangladesh which featured the cause, the riders, and acknowledged the work done by BotSailor in supporting the cause.

“The support given by BotSailor to these movements which are unusual but is very important for humanity is,”  stated a reporter from DBC.

The news coverage helped convey the aim of Zero Carbon Emission towards a broader demographic of people and encouraged many of them to rethink their own carbon footprint.

💬 Public Sentiment

The public was full of praise online. The local virtual space was abuzz with hashtags such as #RideForChange, #ZeroCarbonFuture, and #RUcyclists. This initiative was celebrated as civic activism tempered with business by everyone from Environmentalists, business students, and even parents.