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NDTV
20-07-2025
- Health
- NDTV
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Encourages Youth To Take Up Cycling For Fit And Drug-Free India During Sundays On Cycle
The 32nd edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle culminated in a grand celebration of fitness and a strong message against substance abuse with Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya riding a cycle along with a massive crowd of over 3000 individuals here at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) campus in Varanasi, according to a release from SAI media. Mansukh Mandaviya emphasised the importance of keeping the nation's youth away from drugs and encouraged the large crowd gathered at the BHU campus to adopt an active lifestyle saying, "A healthy body can only lead to a healthy mind and a healthy mind can only catalyse the nation towards Viksit Bharat," as quoted from a release by SAI media. The special edition of nationwide cycling initiative was organised 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. "Sundays on Cycle has transformed into a jan andolan (mass movement). Today, all the educational institutions took part in the Nasha-Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat campaign at more than 6000 locations across the sub-continent. We can only fulfil our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji's vision of a Viksit Bharat by eradicating addiction amongst youth. The Government's objective through this initiative is that the country's youth remain fit and healthy and become vital cogs in the nation's progress," Mandaviya said. Mandaviya was joined by Hon'ble Union Minister of State of Youth Affairs and Sports Smt. Raksha Nikhil Khadse, Hon'ble Sports Minister of Uttar Pradesh Girish Chandra Yadav,l, Hon'ble MLA from Varanasi North Ravindra Jaiswal, Hon'ble MLA from Pindra Varanasi Sh. Awdesh Singh, Hon'ble MLA from Varanasi Cantt Saurav Srivastava, Hon'ble MLC Dharmendra Singh, Hon'ble MLC Hansraj, Divisional Commissioner of Varanasi S. Rajalingam and Regional Director of SAI Netaji Subhash Regional Centre, Lucknow Atma Prakash, among others. The cyclists rode through the lush green and serene environment inside the Banaras Hindu University campus traversing through iconic locations like Sir Sunderlal Hospital, Malviya Bhawan, Birla Hostel, IIT Chauraha, Vishwanath Temple and then returning to the starting point Amphitheatre Ground. A sizeable crowd also took part in yoga, meditation and Zumba sessions making the event a grand celebration of fitness. "Under the guidance of our Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, the Fit India Sundays on Cycle is organised across the length and breadth of the country. We are getting some terrific response from the citizens for this initiative. Today, we organised the cycling campaign at BHU campus and I am very happy to say that a massive crowd cycled with us here. The youth understands the disadvantages of indulging in drugs. Somewhere we needed to make a start and the message is clear that only a healthy youth can lead to a prosperous nation," Raksha Khadse told reporters later. The Delhi edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle saw an enthusiastic turnout this week, with over 1000 school students from more than 300 schools across the National Capital Region joining the national cycling drive. India international cyclists Esow Alben, Mayuri Lute and Sushikala Agashe were present to motivate the young participants. "As a cyclist, it makes me really happy. I went to my hometown in Andaman recently for my holidays and saw that the Fit India Sundays on Cycle is active there too. People are taking these events to higher levels and I'm happy to see more and more Indians getting involved in fitness," said Esow, bronze medalist at 2022 Asian Cycling Championships. Conducted in collaboration with Raahgiri Foundation, the event also included yoga, Zumba, rope skipping, badminton, as well as school games zone featuring fun activities like snake & ladder, carrom, chess, mini golf, and ludo. The 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' is organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, in collaboration with the Cycling Federation of India (CFI), Rope Skipping team led by Shikha Gupta, Raahgiri Foundation, My Bikes and MY Bharat. The cycling drive is organised simultaneously in capitals of all States and Union Territories besides SAI Regional Centres, National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs), SAI Training Centres (STCs), Khelo India State Centres of Excellence (KISCEs) and Khelo India centres (KICs) across various age groups.
News18
19-07-2025
- Health
- News18
Spirituality Is A Powerful Tool In India's Anti-Drug Drive: Union Minister Mandaviya
The minister told News18 that the government is planning to integrate spiritual organisations into its broader mission to build a drug-free India Union sports minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday emphasised the role of spirituality in tackling the menace of drug addiction among youth, calling it a vital tool in shaping a 'Viksit Bharat" by 2047—a vision laid out by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking exclusively to CNN-News18 on the sidelines of the Yuva Spiritual Summit in Varanasi, Mandaviya said, 'Spiritual leaders hold a deep connect with society, especially with the youth. Their influence can be instrumental in guiding young minds away from addiction." He added that the government is planning to integrate spiritual organisations into its broader mission to build a drug-free India. 'This is just the beginning of a nationwide campaign. We aim to turn it into a robust people's movement with spiritual leaders leading from the front," the minister said, highlighting the significance of the spiritual capital, Varanasi, in anchoring the campaign. Mandaviya acknowledged the challenges the youth face today, particularly the growing lure of narcotics. 'The youth are central to the PM's vision of a developed India. But they are also grappling with very real threats, like substance abuse. It is our responsibility to help them overcome it," he said. Drug eradication has been a top policy priority for the Narendra Modi government, with the union home ministry launching sustained operations across the country to curb trafficking and distribution. Mandaviya also urged 15 lakh schools across India to join the mission through health-focused initiatives. Under his leadership, the Fit India Sundays on Cycle campaign—launched in December 2024—has turned into a mass movement, with over 50,000 citizens participating weekly across thousands of locations. The Yuva Spiritual Summit, held at the Rudraksh Convention Centre in Varanasi, centred on the theme Drug-Free Youth for a Developed India. The event saw participation from over 600 young individuals representing around 122 spiritual and socio-cultural organisations from across the country. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Gazette
13-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Mandaviya leads 'Fit India Sundays' on cycle in Gujarat's Gandhinagar; The Great Khali graces 31st edition of event in Delhi
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 13 (ANI): The 31st edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was held successfully nationwide on Sunday morning as Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya led a group of over 500 participants in Gujarat's Gandhinagar, as per a release from SAI media. Organised this week in partnership with Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), the pan-India cycling drive witnessed participation from over 7000 locations across the country, reinforcing the message of 'Fitness Ki Dose, Aadha Ghanta Roz'. The participation included from 3000 Namo Fit India Cycling clubs. 'Fit India 'Sundays on Cycle' has now become a powerful nationwide initiative, carrying forward Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Fit India mission with full power. It has truly become a series that's not just about fitness but also about national transformation. In over 7000 places, our youth today has actively participated in this movement,' mentioned Mandaviya in Gujarat, as quoted from a release by SAI media. Mandaviya also interacted with the Indian Youth Women's Handball team, who are currently undergoing their national coaching camp at the SAI NCOE Gandhinagar. The Gandhinagar event was flagged off by Arjuna Awardee and Para Powerlifting Chief Coach, Rajinder Singh Rahelu, at SAI Gandhinagar. The event was also attended by local dignitaries including MLAs, Mayor, Deputy Mayor, District Collector and Superintendent of Police. The participants across these events included people from leading PSUs like PSPB, ONGC, Indian Oil, GAIL, HPCL, BPCL, EIL, Oil India, CPCL, IGL, NRL, MNGL, HMEL, Petronet LNG, Balmer Lawrie, Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited, and ONGC MRPL, Gujarat Metro, NPCC, WAPCOS, LIC, and more. Lalit Kumar Watts, Advisor at Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB), said, 'The Fit India Sundays on Cycle is a great initiative under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narender Modi ji and Hon'ble Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. All oil companies under PSPB took part in this cycling drive as well as athletes from hockey, basketball, shooting, athletics and carrom, joined today.' In the national capital New Delhi, the 31st edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle took place at the Major Dhyanchand Stadium in a carnival like atmosphere which included rope skipping, Zumba and hatha yoga activities. Former WWE World Heavyweight champion and the only Indian to hold that feat, The Great Khali, flagged off the drive. Attended by over 3000 old and young fitness enthusiasts, Khali, 52, stressed the importance of fitness in Bharat becoming a 'Vishwaguru'. 'Our Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dreams of India becoming a 'Vishwaguru', and that dream will come true only if we are healthy and strong. Let us all come together to strengthen this idea of Modiji and make everyone aware. Let's all take out one hour daily for fitness and handle the rest of life after that,' Khali said. Khali, aka Dalip Singh Rana, also urged youth to 'stay away from drugs' and focus on positive pursuits like fitness and sports. A special edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle was also organized in collaboration with Raahgiri Foundation in Gurgaon, which saw 700 participants cycling, doing yoga as well as take part in a plethora of fun games including street dance, ludo, carrom, snake & ladders, hand painting and more. The Fit India Sundays on Cycle is organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), in collaboration with the Cycling Federation of India (CFI), MY Bharat, Rope Skipping led by Shikha Gupta and Yogasana Bharat. More than 3000 Cycling Clubs are part of the movement and actively participate every Sunday. 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), Regional Centres (RCs), as well as various National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs) across the country. (ANI)
India Gazette
13-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
The Great Khali urges daily fitness, bats for daughters' support
By Vivek Prabhakar Singh New Delhi [India], July 13 (ANI): Wrestler and BJP leader Dalip Singh Rana, popularly known as The Great Khali, on Sunday highlighted the importance of both physical fitness and the empowerment of daughters, while attending the Fit India Sundays on Cycle event. At the event, Khali lauded the initiative and underlined the importance of fitness in nation-building. 'Feels proud to be here. I see youngsters here cycling, and it is our Prime Minister's dream of a fit India. India can be a Vishwaguru only when our people are fit. This is a great initiative by the Prime Minister... Everyone should dedicate at least one hour a day to their fitness,' he told ANI. However, it was Khali's emotional remarks on the Radhika Yadav murder case that stood out. Reacting to the shocking incident where a man allegedly killed his own daughter, Khali said, 'This is an unfortunate incident that a man killed his own daughter. How will we work towards our motto of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' if we go on killing our daughters?' The former WWE superstar, visibly disturbed, stressed the need to shift societal mindsets. 'We cannot become a vishwaguru till we support our daughters. I have a daughter. Daughters are no less than sons, and it is all a matter of mentality, which some people still need to change... Everyone should support their daughters and motivate them to pursue sports,' he added. 25-year-old Radhika Yadav was shot dead by her father, allegedly over a disagreement regarding her tennis academy in Sector 57 in Gurugram. On July 11, her body was cremated in Haryana's Gurugram after the post-mortem examination. The team of doctors performing the examination confirmed multiple gunshot wounds. Gurugram Public Relations Officer (PRO) Sandeep Kumar on Friday informed that the 25-year-old tennis player, Radhika Yadav, was shot dead by her father, Deepak Yadav, a result of a disagreement over her tennis academy. The Police are also investigating a music video in which Radhika Yadav had played a part. As per sources, Rekha's father had asked her to delete the video from her social media. However, police has found no connection between the murder and the music video. (ANI)
India Gazette
13-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Mansukh Mandaviya joins 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' rally in Gandhinagar, calls cycling a solution to pollution and traffic
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], July 13 (ANI): Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, took part in the latest edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle on Sunday, as part of a special rally organised under the theme 'Cycling Rally with Public Sector Undertakings' in Gandhinagar. The initiative, aimed at promoting fitness and sustainable living, aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Fit India Movement and has been gaining momentum across the country. Mandaviya said, ''Sundays on Cycle' has become a series taking forward PM Modi's vision of 'Fit India'. Cycling is the solution to pollution, traffic and is also the best exercise.' Highlighting the widespread participation of the youth, the Union Minister added, 'Youth across the country have actively participated in this movement at more than 7,000 places.' In Delhi, wrestler and BJP leader Dalip Singh Rana, popularly known as The Great Khali, on Sunday highlighted the importance of both physical fitness and the empowerment of daughters, while attending the Fit India Sundays on Cycle event. At the event, Khali lauded the initiative and underlined the importance of fitness in nation-building. 'Feels proud to be here. I see youngsters here cycling, and it is our Prime Minister's dream of a fit India. India can be a Vishwaguru only when our people are fit. This is a great initiative by the Prime Minister... Everyone should dedicate at least one hour a day to their fitness,' he told ANI. However, it was Khali's emotional remarks on the Radhika Yadav murder case that stood out. Reacting to the shocking incident where a man allegedly killed his own daughter, Khali said, 'This is an unfortunate incident that a man killed his own daughter. How will we work towards our motto of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' if we go on killing our daughters?' The former WWE superstar, visibly disturbed, stressed the need to shift societal mindsets. 'We cannot become a vishwaguru till we support our daughters. I have a daughter. Daughters are no less than sons, and it is all a matter of mentality, which some people still need to change... Everyone should support their daughters and motivate them to pursue sports,' he added. (ANI)
