
Talk of the Town: From Banker to Bike Repairer Helping Migrant Workers for Free
Published on 13 Jul 2026
For many migrant workers in Singapore, a bicycle is an essential part of daily life. But what happens when it breaks down or when buying one simply isn't affordable?
Let's Talk, Singapore speaks with Philip Mehl, Founder of Free Bicycle Repairs and Deivanai Duryraju, Programme Officer of ItsRainingRaincoats, about the role bicycles play in migrant workers' lives, the community effort giving donated bikes a second life, and how a simple act of kindness can make a meaningful difference.
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