Varanasi, 11 Oct (HS): With the aim of spreading the

message of fitness, youth empowerment and drug-free India to the masses, the 94th

edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was organised in Varanasi on Sunday

morning. The cycle journey started from Namo Ghat at 6 am to the Deeksha Mandap

of Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. In this initiative based on the theme

Drug-free youth for a developed India, the youth along with Union

Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports and Labour and Employment Dr Mansukh

Mandaviya and Asian Games medal winners cycled with great enthusiasm. Before

this, the Union Minister welcomed the young participants at Namo Ghat and

boosted their morale. The Union Minister gave the message of fitness and

drug-free India by carrying the traditional Jodi of Kashi on his shoulders.

According to the organizers, the rally aims to promote

cycling as a simple, accessible, and environmentally friendly way to lead an

active lifestyle. The mass participation will convey the message that staying

fit should be a part of everyday life, and that sports and physical activity

can play a vital role in building a healthy, empowered, and drug-free India.

Along with the participation of athletes, yoga sessions, energetic Zumba, fun

games, and various interactive activities were also organized at Namo Ghat.

These activities encouraged participants to adopt fitness and a healthy

lifestyle.

Fit India Sundays on Cycle is organized by the Ministry of

Youth Affairs and Sports in collaboration with the Cycling Federation of India,

Raahgiri Foundation, and My Bharat. This cycling campaign runs simultaneously

in all states and union territories. Activities are also organized at Sports

Authority of India Regional Centers, National Centers of Excellence (SAI)

Training Centers, Khelo India State Centers of Excellence, and Khelo India

Centers. Over 6,000 Namo Fit India Clubs across the country also organize this

cycling initiative every week.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi