About the Founder

Anand Vanjape is the Founder of Noworries Cycling Club, City Turtles Foundation, and the creator of Pedal Mission, a bicycle donation movement dedicated to improving access to education, employment, and sustainable mobility across India.

Anand is an endurance cyclist, entrepreneur, author, and sustainability advocate with over 15 years of cycling experience. His mission is to inspire more people to adopt cycling as a healthy lifestyle while making it accessible through education, coaching, and community initiatives.

As the founder of Noworries Cycling Club, Anand has mentored cyclists through online coaching, practical workshops, and educational content covering bicycle maintenance, fitness, nutrition, long-distance riding, and cycling safety. His vision is to build one of India's leading cycling education platforms for beginners and endurance cyclists.

Anand is also the developer of products SERVLENE® Multi-Surface Bicycle Drivetrain Degreaser and TEAM LUBE® Bicycle Chain Oil Spray, premium bicycle maintenance products created to help cyclists maintain cleaner, smoother, and more efficient drivetrains.

Through Pedal Mission, an initiative of City Turtles Foundation, Anand has led the collection, refurbishment, and distribution of more than  two thousand bicycles to deserving students, daily wage workers, and economically disadvantaged individuals, enabling better access to education and employment.

He is the creator of the Behavioural Climate Reward System (BCRS™), an innovative framework that encourages sustainable mobility by rewarding climate-positive travel choices such as cycling and walking. 

 Anand is a well-published author and a commercial artist by profession. His articles and thought leadership have been featured across leading digital platforms, newspapers, and magazines. He writes extensively on cycling, sustainability, entrepreneurship, real estate, infrastructure, climate action, and social innovation, combining practical experience with research-driven insights to educate and inspire readers. 

His work and initiatives have been featured in publications including: The Times of India, Hindustan Times, Mid-day, Loksatta, Sakal, Pune Mirror and many print, TV and online news channels 

He regularly shares cycling knowledge through the Noworries Cycling Club YouTube Channel, where cyclists can learn about bicycle maintenance, long-distance riding, nutrition, cycling equipment, product reviews, and practical riding tips.

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NoworriesCycles

Major Cycling Expeditions:

Pune to Amritsar - Solo without support 

Pune to Delihi - Group of 19 with support

Pune to Kanyakumari twice - Group of 3 and 4 without support

Manali to Leh - Group of 12 with support

Pune to Ratnagiri - Solo without Support

Pune to Goa - Group of 3 without support

Professional Qualifications

• Diploma in Printing Technology – Maharashtra Institute of Printing Technology (MIPT), Pune

• Advanced Diploma in Printing Technology & Administration – RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia

• Certified Net Zero Strategist

• ESG Auditor

Professional Interests

• Cycling Education

• Sustainable Mobility

• Bicycle Maintenance

• Climate Action

• Social Entrepreneurship

• Real Estate & Infrastructure Project Advisory

• Circular Economy

• Community Development

Mission

"I believe every bicycle has the power to change a life. Whether it helps a child reach school, enables a worker to earn a livelihood, or inspires someone to complete their first 100 km ride, cycling creates healthier people, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future."

— Anand Vanjape

Connect with Anand Vanjape

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NoworriesCycles

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandvanjape/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anand.vanjape/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anandvanjape/

Email: anandvanjape@gmail.com