The event brought together fitness enthusiasts, cyclists, youth and citizens from all walks of life, reaffirming the growing public commitment towards fitness and healthy living.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mandaviya flagged off the cyclothon and joined participants in the ride, outlining the Government\u2019s commitment to making fitness a people\u2019s movement and advancing the vision of Viksit Bharat through active and healthy lifestyles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Several distinguished personalities participated in the event, including film actors Jackie Shroff, Taha Shah Badussha and Aishwarya Raj Bhakuni, along with Olympic wrestler and Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Narsing Yadav.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Addressing the gathering, Mandaviya said, \u201cPrime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has consistently advocated fitness as a cornerstone of Viksit Bharat. The Fit India Movement is inspiring citizens across the country to adopt a healthier lifestyles and make fitness an integral part of their daily routine.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highlighting the broader significance of cycling, the Minister emphasized the need to adopt sustainable modes of transportation. \u201cIn light of the fuel supply concerns arising from the situation in West Asia, there is a need to promote cycling as a sustainable and energy-efficient mode of transportation. Cycling is not only beneficial for personal health but also contributes to environmental sustainability and energy conservation,\u201dhe said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mandaviya further noted that the Fit India Movement has witnessed enthusiastic participation from lakhs of citizens over the past two years, reflecting a growing culture of fitness across the country.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Describing cycling as a powerful fitness mantra, he said it offers multiple benefits by improving physical health, mental well-being and overall quality of life.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Calling fitness a key pillar of national development, the Minister said, \u201cA fit citizen contributes to a healthy society, and a healthy society is the foundation of a prosperous nation. Fitness is therefore an important pathway towards building a developed India.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Describing cycling as a powerful fitness mantra, he said it offers multiple benefits by improving physical health, mental well-being and overall quality of life.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Through such initiatives, the government aims to strengthen the culture of fitness and public participation envisioned under the Fit India Movement and further accelerate the journey towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047.<\/p>\r\n\r\n