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The Viksit Bharat Run 2025 brought together Indian diaspora and Slovak nationals in a powerful demonstration of unity and national pride. Organized by the Indian Embassy in Bratislava, the event was part of a larger global initiative spanning 91 countries. Participants ran under the banner of "Run to Serve the Nation", symbolizing collective commitment to India's development vision. The run represents a unique approach to community engagement and international outreach.

Key Points: Viksit Bharat Run 2025 Unites Indians in Bratislava Global Event

  • Over 75 participants ran with Indian flags in Bratislava
  • Global initiative spans 150 locations across 91 countries
  • Run aims to strengthen diaspora connections
  • Highlights India's vision of development by 2047
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Indian diaspora, Slovak nationals participate in Viksit Bharat Run 2025 in Bratislava

Indian Embassy organizes international run in Slovakia, bringing diaspora and locals together for nation-building initiative across 91 countries

"This unique global initiative is being undertaken for the first time to inspire collective action for nation-building - Ministry of Youth and Sports"

Bratislava, Sep 28

More than 75 people including the members of Indian diaspora and Slovak nationals participated in the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 organised by Indian Embassy in Bratislava on Sunday.

The pictures shared by Indian Embassy in Slovakia showed people running in Bratislava while carrying Indian flags in their hands. The participants wore T-shirts with message "Viksit Bharat Run".

"Embassy organized Viksit Bharat Run 2025 in Bratislava today. Over 75 participants, including Indian diaspora, Slovak Nationals & friends of India, joined for health, solidarity & the shared vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047," Indian Embassy in Slovakia posted on X.

India's Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), is organising the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 in more than 150 locations spanning 91 countries as part of Seva Pakhwada from September 17 to October 2.

In a statement, the Ministry of Youth and Sports said: "This unique global initiative is being undertaken for the first time to inspire collective action for nation-building."

The objective of the run is to bring together Indians living abroad, along with local communities, students, professionals, and friends of India, to reaffirm their commitment towards the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047, according to the statement.

The Viksit Bharat Run, with the tagline "Run to Serve the Nation", is being organised as a 3-5 km community run in iconic and easily accessible locations across the world.

The run will cover celebrated monuments like Mexico City's Angel of Independence, UNESCO world heritage site in Paramaribo, Suriname, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, and many more such iconic locations around the world.

In a statement, Ministry of Youth and Sports stated: "The Viksit Bharat Run 2025 is set to emerge as one of India's largest global outreach initiatives. It is not only a fitness and community activity but also a global celebration of India's values of Seva Bhav, sustainability, and inclusivity. It aims to strengthen bonds between India and its diaspora, mobilise youth towards service-oriented initiatives, and highlight India's growth story to the world."

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great to see Slovak nationals joining too! This is how we build cultural bridges. The vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 needs global participation. More such events please! ✨
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David E
As someone who has visited India multiple times, it's heartwarming to see such positive initiatives. The "Run to Serve the Nation" tagline is inspiring. Hope to join one of these runs in my city!
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Ananya R
While I appreciate the sentiment, I hope the government is also focusing on improving sports infrastructure back home. We need more running tracks and public spaces for fitness in our own cities.
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see cultural exchange through fitness! The combination of health awareness and national pride is brilliant. Looking forward to seeing more pictures from other locations.
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Vikram M
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Seeing our flag in European countries always fills me with pride. 91 countries participating - that's massive! Our embassies are doing great work connecting with NRIs and locals alike.

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