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India’s frontline cleanliness warriors will lead the upcoming Fit India Sundays on Cycle event. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya linked the initiative to PM Modi’s vision for a healthier, cleaner India. The movement has grown from 500 cyclists to over 3.75 lakh participants nationwide. Municipal bodies are encouraged to organize similar events for wider impact.

Key Points: Swachhata Senanis Lead Fit India Sundays on Cycle Event

  • Over 15,000 participants expected across 500 locations
  • Union Minister Mandaviya highlights PM Modi’s vision
  • Event expands from 500 to 3.75 lakh cyclists
  • Municipal bodies urged to replicate the movement
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India's frontline cleanliness warriors to take centre-stage during Fit India Sundays on Cycle

India's cleanliness warriors join nationwide cycling drive as Fit India Sundays gains momentum with 15,000+ participants across 500 locations.

"The Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative resonates PM Modi’s call for a healthier, cleaner India. – Mansukh Mandaviya"

New Delhi, June 26

India's frontline cleanliness warriors will take centre stage in the upcoming edition of the nationwide Fit India Sundays on Cycle campaign, scheduled for June 29.

Over 15000 participations from more than 500 locations in the country is expected this Sunday, with the movement being consistently organised in deep pockets like Chitradurga (Karnataka), Solal gaon (Assam), Janjgir Champa (Chhattisgarh), Pandharpur (Maharashtra), and more, as per a press release from the Union Sports Ministry.

Speaking ahead of the special edition, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya said, "The Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative resonates Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to action for a healthier, cleaner and more active India. Taking this people's movement forward, the upcoming edition will be particularly meaningful as our 'Swacchata Senanis' come together to uphold the essence of the nationwide cycling drive."

The Sports Minister has also urged all municipal bodies and urban local bodies across states to replicate the event in their own regions, ensuring maximum participation and visibility.

Launched in December last year, with just 500 cycling enthusiasts, the Fit India Cycling Drive has since evolved into a national movement. As of now, the movement has been organised in more than 10,500 locations across the nation with the participation of more than 3.75 lakh individuals.

These cycling drives are conducted by several Khelo India Centres (KICs), Khelo India State Centres of Excellence (KISCEs), SAI Training Centres (STCs), Khelo India Accredited Academies (KIAAs), and National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs) across the country.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is such a wonderful initiative! Combining fitness with cleanliness drives is brilliant. Our sanitation workers truly deserve this recognition. Hope more cities join in - we need this spirit across India 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the effort, I hope this isn't just another photo-op event. Our cleanliness warriors need proper wages and working conditions first. Cycling events are good, but let's not forget the real issues they face daily.
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Arjun S.
From 500 to 3.75 lakh participants in just 6 months? That's incredible growth! Shows how Indians are embracing healthy habits. Maybe next they can include electric cycles too for senior citizens to participate.
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Neha P.
Great to see small towns like Chitradurga and Janjgir Champa being included! Often such initiatives remain limited to metros. Hope this inspires more rural participation in fitness activities. 👏
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Vikram J.
The concept is good but implementation matters. In my city, cycling tracks are broken or occupied by parked vehicles. First fix infrastructure, then promote cycling. Otherwise it's just tokenism.
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Smita R.
As someone who cycles daily, I can vouch for its benefits! But please ensure proper safety measures - helmets, reflective jackets, and traffic management during these events. Safety first! 🚴‍♀️

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