From simple exercises to reviving traditional Indian sports, the initiative aims to make physical activity enjoyable and accessible to everyone.
The Fit India movement took a significant stride towards a healthier and greener India with the launch of ‘Fit India Cycling Drive’ this morning at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here
The event has been recognized by the Fit India Movement of the Government of India.
The Fit India Movement envisioned by the prime minister and launched by him on August 29, 2019, has seen a collective participation of more than 3.5 crore Indians.
The influencers who will share their thoughts on fitness and health include Kohli, Milind Soman, Paralympian gold medalist Devendra Jhajharia, nutrition expert Rujuta Diwekar.
The Fit India Youth Clubs bring together fitness and voluntarism in a unique way in which 75 lakh volunteers of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan and National Service Scheme, along with Scouts and Guides, NCC and other youth organisations will come together to register as Fit India Youth Clubs in every block in the country.
During the conference, Rijiju also spoke of the relevance of the Fit India Movement during the coronavirus pandemic since staying Fit and building immunity are two key factors in defeating the virus.
Rijiju further stated that the participation of states in various activities being held as part of the 'Fit India Movement' have been encouraging with more than 2.5 lakh schools across India are enrolling to become Fit India Schools.
The Fit India School ranking system has been drawn up by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in consultation with the Ministry of Human Resource Development.
There are different categories of sports activities organized for members at the carnival: tennis, badminton, basketball, soccer, cricket, golf, marathon/walkathon, super senior walkathon, and cyclothon.
