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Sports Minister Mandaviya Leads ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ in Ahmedabad

The Fit India Sundays on Cycle event saw enthusiastic participation nationwide, with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leading the initiative at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad today.

New Delhi: The Fit India Sundays on Cycle event saw enthusiastic participation nationwide, with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leading the initiative at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad today.

Cyclists Gather in Ahmedabad for Fitness

Organized by SAI Gandhinagar, the event attracted around 650 cyclists, including members of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Gujarat, Ahmedabad Medical Association, and MPs Hasmukhbhai Patel and Dineshbhai Makwana.

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The event was flagged off by Paralympian athlete Bhavana Choudhary, further emphasizing the importance of fitness and inclusion in sports.

Guinness World Record Holder Joins in Delhi

Meanwhile, in the national capital, the Fit India movement gained momentum with the participation of Guinness World Record holder Rohtash Chaudhary, famously known as the “Push-up Man of India.”

At the Major Dhyanchand National Stadium, Rohtash, who holds the record for most push-ups (one leg raised carrying a 27.2 kg pack) in one hour, inspired over 500 cycling enthusiasts, including:

  • Doctors from the Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • School and college students
  • Members of Yogasana Bharat
  • Corporate professionals

Rohtash Chaudhary on the Importance of Fitness

Rohtash lauded the initiative, stating:

Highlighting the rising obesity issue, he added:

IMA Promotes Fitness Nationwide

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has organized Sundays on Cycle in 25 locations across the country.

Dr. Piyush Jain, Finance Secretary of IMA, stressed the importance of fitness in preventing lifestyle diseases:

Fit India Sundays on Cycle Initiative Expands

Since its launch in December 2024 by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative has reached over 4,500 locations nationwide.

The event is held simultaneously at:

  • SAI Regional Centres
  • National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs)
  • Khelo India Centres (KICs)

This initiative reaffirms the government’s commitment to promoting fitness and an active lifestyle among citizens.

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