As we slowly advance into the 21st Century, we find that the challenges posed by non- communicable diseases (NCDs) present an imminent threat to people worldwide. Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are leading cause of death in developing countries including India. The huge burden of CVD in Indian subcontinent is the consequence of the large population and high prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors. Objectives: To know the magnitude of and risk factors of Cardio vascular diseases (CVDs) among auto rickshaw drivers. Methodology: Study Design: Questionnaire based cross-sectional study. Duration of study: (3months) July 1st to November 30th 2011. Participants: 200 auto rikshaw drivers of Davangere city. Statistical test: Chi square test. Materials and methods: A pre-designed and pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect the data and anthropometric measurements were done for the study population.. Results: The total study population included 200 male subjects. Age range was 16-55yrs years. Proportion of major cardiovascular risk factors was: current smokers 59 (29.5%), alcohol intake 60 (34.5%), obesity and overweight (BMI ? 23 kg/m2) 96 (48%), central obesity 73 (36.5%), hypertension 34 (17%). Conclusion and recommendation: The study results indicated high proportion of behavioral risk factors, central obesity and hypertension in rick-shaw drivers. Because of this high level of risk factors they are at increased risk of getting cardio vascular diseases. We recommend health education for health promotion and periodic examination to identify and manage risk factors