Children ride bicycles blindfolded in Vijayapura
Seventeen students in Vijayapura, India, participated in a cycling event while blindfolded to demonstrate a skill they call 'Gandhari Vidya'. Organizers claim the practice improves concentration and helps children reduce mobile phone addiction.
Why it matters
The event highlights local educational trends and the pursuit of alternative skill-building methods, though it raises questions regarding safety and scientific validation.
As many as 17 students rode bicycles blindfolded in Vijayapura on September 1.
Students of the ‘Learners Zone’ skill learning centre rode bicycles for around five kilometres in the city. They claimed to have learnt ‘Gandhari Vidya’ skill, that lets them do routine things blindfolded. There were 17 children aged 6-14, attempting to set a world record.
Basavaraj Yaligar, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Karnataka Lokayukta, flagged off the ride in front of Sainik School. The rally proceeded via Godavari Circle, Shivaji Circle, Gandhi Circle, Basaveshwara Circle, Dr. Ambedkar Circle and the stadium, and ended at the Gol Gumbaz.
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