As a demonstration of strength behind the Pune Grand Tour, CM Fadnavis and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar led the event partners, including the Cycling Federation of India (CFI), the Ministry of Sports and Youth Welfare, Maharashtra, and the Pune District Administration, to commit to fostering a cycling revolution in Maharashtra and across India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said, \u201cIt is a momentous occasion for all of us as we set out to bring India\u2019s first-ever UCI 2.2 global cycling event to Pune. The Pune Grand Tour represents a defining moment for Maharashtra\u2019s sporting vision, demonstrating our commitment to developing sports infrastructure. Pune Grand Tour hopes to act as a foundation in creating an eco-system to nurture talent and make our own national cycling heroes.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Classified as an elite event in UCI\u2019s annual calendar, the Pune Grand Tour is regarded as India\u2019s pioneering step onto the international stage, combining athletes\u2019 grit, glory, and passion for a world-class competition. Covering a challenging 437 km route, the Pune Grand Tour will serve as Maharashtra\u2019s showcase event \u2013 highlighting a dynamic mix of Pune District\u2019s urban areas, hilly terrain, and rural landscapes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, who is also a Guardian Minister of Pune, said, \u201cCycling is much more than a sport. It is an international phenomenon, and yet, India as a country has not joined this global community. This is why, I feel today marks a historic turning point for Pune, Maharashtra and India. Today, we have taken our first steps to join the world cycling community.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Classified as an elite event in UCI\u2019s annual calendar, the Pune Grand Tour is regarded as India\u2019s pioneering step onto the international stage, combining athletes\u2019 grit, glory, and passion for a world-class competition. Covering a challenging 437 km route, the Pune Grand Tour will serve as Maharashtra\u2019s showcase event \u2013 highlighting a dynamic mix of Pune District\u2019s urban areas, hilly terrain, and rural landscapes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With the onset of the Pune Grand Tour, India seeks to write a new chapter in creating a cycling culture, with renewed energy, investment, and commitment from stakeholders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n