Two octogenarian sisters from Ahmedabad have become an online sensation after being spotted cruising through city streets on a scooter with a sidecar. Fondly hailed as the “Biker Dadis,” 87-year-old Mandakini Shah and her younger sister Usha have captured hearts with their infectious enthusiasm and fearless spirit.

Mandakini — popularly known as Manda Ben — rides with remarkable confidence, effortlessly navigating the city’s traffic while spreading cheer along the way. Her passion for riding, she says, is rooted in a lifetime of advocating for women’s rights, and that same energy continues to fuel her journeys today.

When people ask what motivates her at this age, she responds with unwavering clarity: “Why not?”

Her scooter, she recalls, has always been more than just a vehicle.

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