Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, actively participated in the ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ event held in Delhi to promote fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Organized in collaboration with Panchayat representatives, the event gathered enthusiastic participants cycling through major city routes, highlighting the importance of physical activity in community health.
Mandaviya praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for launching the Fit India Movement, calling it a crucial initiative to encourage healthier habits among Indians. He stated, “Our aim is to make fitness a regular part of everyone’s lives. Initiatives like ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ help us connect with people and inspire them to be active.”
About the Fit India Movement
Since its launch in 2019, the Fit India Movement has been gaining momentum nationwide by promoting fitness through various activities. It encourages:
- Individuals to adopt active lifestyles
- Institutions to integrate fitness programs
- Local governments to facilitate health-oriented events
Activities such as walking, cycling, and yoga form the core of this movement.
Key Highlights of the Event
- Participation from Panchayat leaders and the general public, underlining grassroots involvement
- Promotion of cycling as a means to improve public health
- Use of the hashtag #FitIndiaSundays to create social media engagement and awareness
Mandaviya emphasized the importance of regular exercise to curb lifestyle diseases and called on more communities to organize similar fitness events. The event reinforces the government’s commitment to building a healthier society with fitness as an accessible goal for all ages.
With leaders like Mansukh Mandaviya setting an example, the movement continues to inspire citizens to actively contribute to a fitter India.
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