Summary
The ‘Fit India Cycling Drive,’ a nationwide initiative promoting fitness and sustainability, was officially launched yesterday, December 17, by Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, in Delhi.
This remarkable event, part of the broader Fit India Movement, witnessed enthusiastic participation across 1,000 locations in India, marking a significant milestone in promoting a healthier and greener nation.
The ‘Fit India Cycling Drive,’ a nationwide initiative promoting fitness and sustainability, was officially launched yesterday, December 17, by Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, in Delhi. This remarkable event, part of the broader Fit India Movement, witnessed enthusiastic participation across 1,000 locations in India, marking a significant milestone in promoting a healthier and greener nation.
Around 300 cycling enthusiasts embarked on an 8-kilometer joy ride, starting at the SAI Kolkata Main Gate. Sports Authority of India
In Kolkata, the event was flagged off at the SAI Regional Centre by Ex-Indian Football Captain Monoranjan Bhattacharya, alongside Olympians Sanjay Rai and Sushmita Singha Roy. Around 300 cycling enthusiasts embarked on an 8-kilometer joy ride, starting at the SAI Kolkata Main Gate, circling Central Park, and returning to the starting point.
Sushmita Singha Roy with cycling enthusiasts marking a significant milestone in promoting a healthier and greener nation. Sports Authority of India
Cycling for a Healthier India
Dr Mandaviya emphasised that the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a "Viksit Bharat," aiming to make India a fit and healthy nation by its centennial independence celebration in 2047. He highlighted the environmental and health benefits of cycling, calling it a sustainable solution to pollution and an integral part of a fitness-oriented lifestyle.
The event’s "Sundays on Cycle" concept encourages people, including doctors, journalists, teachers, and youth, to take up cycling for an hour every Sunday in cities and towns nationwide.
Nationwide Impact
The Kolkata event was just one of many held simultaneously at nine other locations under the SAI Regional Centre, spanning six states and union territories, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Tripura, West Bengal, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Over 1,400 cycling enthusiasts from diverse walks of life participated, underscoring the movement’s widespread appeal.
As cycling enthusiasts pedaled their way through this unique initiative, they not only promoted fitness but also reinforced the message of adopting sustainable practices. Sports Authority of India
The initiative received accolades from participants and local communities for its focus on health, environmental sustainability, and community engagement. By strengthening the culture of cycling, the Fit India Cycling Drive aims to inspire a national movement towards fitness and environmental responsibility.
As cycling enthusiasts pedaled their way through this unique initiative, they not only promoted fitness but also reinforced the message of adopting sustainable practices for a brighter future.
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Last updated on 18 Dec 2024
