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At 70, BJP Leader Cycles 702km After Health Setback, Wins PM Modi's Praise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly praised senior BJP MLA S. Suresh Kumar for completing a 702-kilometer cycling journey from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari. The 70-year-old former minister undertook the five-day feat after recovering from serious health issues, marking his second such expedition after a gap of 51 years. In a social media post, PM Modi described the effort as commendable and inspiring, highlighting its message of grit, determination, and fitness. Suresh Kumar expressed thrill at receiving a personal congratulatory call from the Prime Minister, who has consistently promoted active lifestyles through initiatives like Fit India.

Key Points: PM Modi Praises BJP MLA's 702km Bengaluru-Kanniyakumari Cycle Feat

  • 702km cycle journey in 5 days
  • Undertaken at age 70 after health recovery
  • PM Modi personally called to congratulate
  • Highlights message of fitness and perseverance
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PM Modi lauds BJP legislator Suresh Kumar's Bengaluru-Kanniyakumari cycling feat

PM Modi lauds 70-year-old BJP leader S. Suresh Kumar for cycling 702km from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari after overcoming serious health issues, calling it an inspiring feat of grit and fitness.

"Shri S. Suresh Kumar Ji's feat... is commendable and inspiring. The fact that it was done after he overcame health setbacks highlights his grit and unyielding spirit. - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, Jan 1

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised senior BJP leader S. Suresh Kumar -- an MLA from the Rajajinagar Assembly constituency in Bengaluru -- for his feat of cycling from the Karnataka capital to Kanniyakumari, describing the effort as commendable and inspiring, particularly in view of the health challenges he overcame at the age of 70.

In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi on Thursday said Suresh Kumar's achievement highlighted grit, determination and the importance of fitness. He also said he spoke to Suresh Kumar and personally congratulated him for the effort.

"Shri S. Suresh Kumar Ji's feat of cycling from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari is commendable and inspiring. The fact that it was done after he overcame health setbacks highlights his grit and unyielding spirit. It also gives an important message of fitness. Spoke to him and congratulated him for the effort," the Prime Minister wrote on X.

Suresh Kumar, a former Karnataka minister and senior BJP leader, completed a 702-km cycling journey from Bengaluru to Kanniyakumari in five days. The journey drew attention for being undertaken at the age of 70 and after he recovered from serious health issues.

In a separate post on X, Suresh Kumar said he was thrilled to receive a call from PM Modi congratulating him on the cycling expedition. He said the Prime Minister was keen to know about the details of the journey and its significance.

"I was really thrilled to receive a call from none other than Hon'ble PM of Bharath @narendramodi congratulating me for my 702 kms cycling to Kanyakumari. He was happy to know that after 51 years this was my second cycling to Kanyakumari, that too after suffering a serious ailment," Suresh Kumar posted.

This was Suresh Kumar's second cycling journey to Kanniyakumari, the first having been undertaken over five decades ago. His latest effort has been widely shared on social media, with many highlighting the message of perseverance and physical fitness.

PM Modi has, on several occasions, emphasised the importance of physical fitness and an active lifestyle, encouraging citizens to adopt healthier habits through initiatives such as Fit India.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While the feat is impressive, I wish our leaders showed this same level of grit and determination in solving everyday problems like traffic in Bengaluru or improving public health infrastructure. Appreciation is good, but action is better.
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Aman W
Amazing! Bengaluru to Kanyakumari on a cycle! 🚴‍♂️ My father is 68 and this has motivated him to start walking regularly. These stories do more for public health than many campaigns. Kudos!
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Sarah B
As someone living in Bengaluru, it's great to see a local MLA getting national recognition. The journey through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu... must have been beautiful. Hope it encourages cycling tourism.
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Vikram M
Second time in 51 years! That's some consistency. Shows true passion. PM Modi highlighting this aligns perfectly with the Fit India movement. Hope schools use this story to motivate children.
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Kriti O
Respect. It's easy to give up after a serious ailment at that age. His willpower is commendable. Also, nice to see a positive, non-political story trending for a change!

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