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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya spearheaded the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' campaign at Banaras Hindu University. The initiative, part of the Nasha Mukt Yuva program, aims to promote fitness among youth. Over 6,000 educational institutions participated nationwide, with support from sports stars and government bodies. The event underscores PM Modi’s vision for a healthier, drug-free India.

Key Points: Mansukh Mandaviya Leads Fit India Cycling Campaign in Varanasi

  • Mandaviya leads cycling event at BHU for drug-free Viksit Bharat
  • Campaign held at 6,000+ locations nationwide
  • MoS Raksha Khadse joins initiative
  • Army, CRPF, and celebrities like Great Khali participate
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Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya leads 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' campaign in Varanasi

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya promotes fitness with 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' at BHU, urging nationwide youth participation.

"PM Modi started the Fit India movement, and through 'Sundays on cycle', the youth of the nation will stay fit. – Mansukh Mandaviya"

Varanasi, July 20

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, led the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' campaign at Banaras Hindu University in Varanasi on Sunday.

Speaking to ANI, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said, "In Kashi, a summit of three days is being conducted for the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat. 'Sundays on the cycle' take place like a campaign in the nation. Today, all educational institutions have conveyed this message through 'Sundays on cycles', doing so in more than 6,000 places.PM Modi started the Fit India movement, and through 'Sundays on cycle', the youth of the nation will stay fit."

MoS Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, also participated in the 'Sundays on cycles' campaign along with the Union Minister Mandaviya.

The 32nd edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle will be organised at 6000 locations across the country in partnership with several educational institutions, including Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Kendriya Vidayalaya Sangathan, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE), DAV College Management Committee, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti and Bal Bharati Public School.

Mandaviya has given a clarion call to 15 lakh schools across the country to pedal for health and a drug-free Viksit Bharat. Started by the Union Sports Minister in December 2024, the 'FIT India Sundays on Cycle' has transformed into a mass movement and has been organised in thousands of locations across the country with the participation of more than 50,000 individuals every week.

Previously, the cycling event witnessed participation of Indian Army jawans, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Goods & Services Tax Council, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI), and prominent sports stars like the Great Khali, Lovlina Borgohain, Priyanka Goswami, Rani Rampal, Rodali Barua, Sangram Singh, Shanky Singh, Nitu Ghanghas, Saweety Boora, Paris Paralympics medallists Nitesh Kumar, Manisha Ramadass, Rubina Francis and Simran Sharma (para world champion) apart from celebrities like Amit Sial, Rahul Bose, Madhurima Tuli, Mia Maelzer and Gul Panag, to name a few.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the idea is good, I wish they'd focus more on creating proper cycling lanes first. In most Indian cities, cycling is dangerous due to traffic. Safety should come before campaigns! �
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Rohit P
Saw this event in my city last Sunday! The energy was amazing. My whole family participated - from 8 year old son to 65 year old father. More such initiatives needed to fight lifestyle diseases 💪
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to India, I'm impressed by how the government is promoting fitness. Back home, we have similar programs but not at this scale. The participation numbers are incredible!
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Kavya N
Combining fitness with drug-free message is brilliant! Our youth need positive role models. Seeing sports stars and army personnel participate gives it more credibility 👏
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Vikram M
Hope this isn't just another photo-op. We've seen many such campaigns start with fanfare but fade away. Need consistent follow-up and infrastructure support to make cycling a habit.
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Divya L
Wonderful to see BHU students participating! When I was there 10 years ago, fitness wasn't given this importance. Times are changing for the better. Maybe next they can include yoga sessions too? 🚴‍♀️🧘‍♂

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