Kinetic to flag-off rally in honor of Jhansi ki Rani

* 35 confident women to ride on the advanced 125cc scooter Kinetic SYM Flyte from Jhansi to Kalpi

* The rally commemorates 150th anniversary of Rani Laxmibai's heroic escape from the British forces

Chennai, April 7, 2008: 150 years ago, Jhansi Rani Laxmibai, at the young age of 22, undertook a 24 hour, 100 mile horseback ride from Jhansi to Kalpi, in a daring escape from the British forces who had laid siege to Jhansi. Rani Laxmibai's courage has earned her an unforgettable place in India's history, serving as inspiration to freedom fighters. Her legacy of valour continues to inspire India's young women to believe in themselves and strive for achievement.

To commemorate the 150th anniversary of her daring escape, a group of women riders are re-enacting her 100 mile journey from Jhansi to Kalpi,- this time, on scooters which is now the vehicle preferred by the modern & independent new woman. The rally is being organized by Kinetic Motor Company, and the will be completed on the latest 125cc sensational scooter for women "� the Kinetic SYM Flyte.

The adventurous and exciting ride will be flagged off tomorrow at the Jhansi Fort, the exact point from where Rani Laxmibai marked her escape 150years back

Announcing the unique initiative, Ms. Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Managing Director of Kinetic Motor Company said," It is my belief that today's Indian women are strong, independent and can do anything that a man can do. The 125cc Kinetic SYM Flyte is made exclusively keeping these women in mind. Rani Laxmi bai is my personal heroine, and am sure she is for millions of other girls too. To honor the memory of her achievement, we are organizing this unique rally."

Confident and young women of today were invited to sign up to take part in this rally to commemorate our most shining and everlasting icon of woman power, and over 300 women applied. From these, 35 have been selected as participants in the rally. The selection was done based on riding experience & skills; as well as attitude; and the riders received training from popular bikeguru Mr. Dilip Bam who has decades of experience in two wheeler adventure.

Advanced 125cc scooter Kinetic SYM Flyte is the new hot favorite among India's women who are looking for a set of wheels as cool as themselves. With several convenience features, a smooth 125cc engine and technology such as telescopic front suspension, front fueling and more. The Flyte, which has won two "Scooter of the Year" awards is brought to India by pioneering scooter manufacturer Kinetic Motor Company in association with Taiwan's $1.1 billion automotive giant SYM. For more details, visit www.kineticsymflyte.com