Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led the FIT INDIA Cyclothon 'Cycling by the Sea' event at the Worli Coastal Cycle Track in Mumbai on June 17, 2026. The event was organized in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Fit India Movement vision to build a fitter, healthier, and more active nation. Dr. Mandaviya flagged off the cyclothon and participated in the ride, emphasizing the government's commitment to making fitness a people's movement and advancing the vision of Viksit Bharat through active lifestyles.
The event featured participation from film actors Jackie Shroff, Taha Shah Badussha, and Aishwarya Raj Bhakuni, along with Olympic wrestler and Deputy Commissioner of Police Narsing Yadav. Dr. Mandaviya highlighted that the Fit India Movement has witnessed enthusiastic participation from lakhs of citizens over the past two years, reflecting a growing culture of fitness across the country. He described cycling as a powerful fitness mantra that improves physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.
The Minister also connected cycling to broader sustainability concerns, noting that in light of fuel supply concerns arising from the situation in West Asia, there is a need to promote cycling as a sustainable and energy-efficient mode of transportation. He stated that cycling contributes to environmental sustainability and energy conservation beyond personal health benefits. Dr. Mandaviya emphasized that 'a fit citizen contributes to a healthy society, and a healthy society is the foundation of a prosperous nation,' positioning fitness as a key pathway toward building a developed India by 2047.
The FIT INDIA Cyclothon is part of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' ongoing efforts to encourage active lifestyles and create widespread awareness about the importance of regular physical activity. Through such initiatives, the government aims to strengthen the culture of fitness and public participation envisioned under the Fit India Movement.