New Delhi, March 1 (ANI) — Indian shooter Anish Bhanwala and fencer Taniksha Khatri are big fans of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative. This program encourages everyone to bike for better health and cleaner air.
On this occasion, Zumba coach Akanksha Tagotra and Fit India ambassador Nancy joined the fun. The Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Swimming Complex was filled with energy as over 1,000 people participated in Zumba, yoga, and rope skipping during the 63rd Fit India Sundays on Cycle, which took place at 1,000 locations across India.
Bhanwala praised the government’s efforts. “This initiative does a great job of promoting fitness for all ages. It’s also unique this time because it involves the Fire and Emergency Services Department,” he said. Bhanwala is preparing for the Asian Games and aims for a medal in the 2028 Olympics, having recently won bronze at the Asian Championships in New Delhi.
Taniksha, fresh from a national fencing camp, is focused on winning a medal at the Asian Games in Japan. “The upcoming Asian Championships in June will be an excellent chance to compete at home and get more people interested in fencing,” she noted.
In Visakhapatnam, around 800 cyclists gathered at RK Beach, making it a lively scene of fitness for all ages—children biking with parents and seniors pedaling with determination. This event kicked off a three-day Fit India Carnival set to bring even more fitness activities and workshops.
Olympian Jinson Johnson, who holds a national record in the 1500m, was also there, stressing the importance of community fitness initiatives. “These programs help build discipline and an active lifestyle from a young age,” he said.
Since its launch in December 2024, Fit India Sundays on Cycle has become a movement, attracting over 2.5 million participants nationwide. It’s a collaboration among the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Sports Authority of India, and various fitness organizations across the country.
Community fitness events not only promote health but also inspire a spirit of unity and competition, paving the way for future athletic achievements in India.
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