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Fit India Sundays on Cycle Marks 57th Edition
The 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle happened all over India.
Two union ministers, Mansukh Mandaviya and G. Kishan Reddy, led events in Gondal and Hyderabad.
Over 1,000 people cycled in Hyderabad, and 250 in Gondal.
They talked about how cycling is good for health and the environment.
They also said that being fit helps the country grow.
In Hyderabad, there were other fun activities like Zumba, yoga, and martial arts.
The event is part of a bigger movement to make people more active and healthy.
The 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was held nationwide, with events in Gondal and Hyderabad.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led the event in Gondal, while G. Kishan Reddy led the Hyderabad leg.
Over 1,000 cyclists participated in Hyderabad, and 250 in Gondal, with the nationwide event engaging over 22 lakh participants.
The event emphasized the health and environmental benefits of cycling, aligning with the Fit India Movement's goals.
Hyderabad's event featured additional activities like Zumba, yoga, and martial arts, creating a vibrant fitness carnival atmosphere.
- Who
- Union Ministers Mansukh Mandaviya, G. Kishan Reddy, Pullela Gopichand, Esha Singh, Deepthi Jeevanji, athletes, fitness enthusiasts
- What
- 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle
- Where
- Gondal (Rajkot), Hyderabad
- When
- January 18
- Why
- To promote fitness, sustainability, and community bonding
Key facts
- Event
- Fit India Sundays on Cycle
- Location
- Gondal (Rajkot), Hyderabad
- Organizers
- Fit India Movement
- Participants
- Union Ministers, Pullela Gopichand, Esha Singh, Deepthi Jeevanji, athletes, fitness enthusiasts
- Distance
- 6 kilometers (Hyderabad)
- Start/End Point
- Gachibowli Stadium (Hyderabad)
- Edition
- 57th
- Participants Count
- Over 22 lakh nationwide, 1,000 in Hyderabad, 250 in Gondal
Timeline
Fit India Sundays kicks off, promoting cycling events.
Reddy leads Hyderabad's 1,000-strong ride.
Quotes
G Kishan Reddy
Union Minister of Coal and Mines
“A Healthy India is our Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ultimate goal, and through the Fit India Mission, we are working to reverse the health issues caused by modern lifestyles.”
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“Today, changes in diet, lack of physical activity, and environmental factors are leading to rising obesity and mental stress. To combat this, the Prime Minister has even called on citizens to reduce cooking oil consumption. We must consciously reintegrate movement into our daily lives.”
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Pullela Gopichand
Badminton legend and sporting icon
“It’s truly wonderful to see the enthusiasm across cities. This is a testimony to the vision of our Prime Minister and Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Carrying this forward for 57 weeks across two lakh locations with 22 lakh participants is remarkable. Cycling can contribute not only to fitness but also to individual growth.”
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Sources
Mandaviya pedals Fit India vision from Gondal as 'Sundays on Cycle' marks 57th edition
Fit India Initiative Hosts 'Sunday on Cycle' Event at Gachibowli Stadium
Fit India Sundays on bicycle turns city into a carnival of sports and fitness
Fit India Sundays Lights Up Gachibowli
