Cycling for a greener future: Celebrating Kapital Bank’s 150th anniversary
05.09.2024 15:52
Kapital Bank, the
country’s first bank, in partnership with the Azerbaijan Cycling Federation organized
a cycling event dedicated to its 150th anniversary. The initiative, held within
the "Year of Solidarity for a Green World,” aimed to raise awareness about
environmental protection and promote the use of eco-friendly transportation.
The cycling event
took place in Baku, Guba, Ganja, and Lachin, featuring nearly 50 athletes from
the Azerbaijan Cycling Federation. The ride began in city centers and concluded
in front of Kapital Bank branches. As part of the event, a fun gathering was
held for customers, where everyone participating in various games won prizes.
The main prize, a bicycle, was awarded to the winners of the games.
Anar Zeynalov,
manager of the Yasamal branch, opened the event with a speech and highlighted
the symbolic meaning of the project, which started in the capital Baku and
concluded in Karabakh. Elnara Musayeva, Secretary General of the Azerbaijan
Cycling Federation, expressed her gratitude to Kapital Bank for dedicating its
anniversary to supporting cycling. She emphasized that promoting cycling,
especially among the youth, contributes significantly to a clean environment
and a healthier future.
Residents of Guba
warmly welcomed the athletes. The event was opened with the speech of Elvin
Mammadov, the manager of the Nothern branch, who stated that Kapital Bank,
which has been evolving to meet the needs of the times with modern digital
solutions for 150 years, actively participates in and supports social and
nationally significant projects.
The event in Ganja
was also memorable, marked by high customer engagement. It was attended by city
officials, university rectors, and representatives from foreign countries.
During his speech, Niyazi Bayramov, Head of Ganja City Executive Power, noted
the importance of this event during the "Year of Solidarity for a Green
World" and in the run-up to major projects like COP29. He added that young
people and children interacting with athletes would inspire interest in a
healthy lifestyle and sports among the new generation.
The cycling event
in Lachin was filled with proud moments for both athletes and local residents.
Vugar Salahov, a member of the Executive Committee of the Azerbaijan Cycling
Federation, presented the main prize, a bicycle, to the winner. In his speech,
he shared the significance of concluding the project in Karabakh, stating that
every athlete participating in this event experiences the pride of conquering a
free Lachin.
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