Celebrating Independence Day with Fit India Sundays on Cycle Event

The Fit India Sundays on Cycle event, held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrated Independence Day with participation from various athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Boxer Poonam Bisht and squash player Yusha Nafees highlighted the importance of cycling as an affordable and eco-friendly fitness option. Wrestler Shivanee Pawar emphasized the need for integrating fitness into daily life, especially for those working from home. This initiative, launched by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, aims to promote fitness across the nation, encouraging everyone to take responsibility for their health. Discover more about this inspiring event and its impact on the community.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 16, 2026, 08:37 IST

Fit India Sundays on Cycle Event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

A special edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle event took place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on August 16, attracting numerous athletes and fitness lovers to join in the cycling initiative.

Boxer Poonam Bisht emphasized the significance of cycling as an economical and eco-friendly method to maintain fitness. She encouraged individuals of all ages to embrace cycling and take charge of their health as part of the Fit India Movement.

In her remarks to the media, Poonam stated, “This initiative is fantastic because cycling is both affordable and environmentally friendly, making it one of the best ways to stay healthy. People of all ages can easily adopt cycling. The Fit India Movement will truly thrive when everyone takes responsibility for their fitness.”

Squash player Yusha Nafees also joined the event and praised the diverse participation from various states. She noted the government's commitment to promoting fitness nationwide and encouraged more people to engage in such activities.

“It’s wonderful to see participants from different states… I’ve been cycling a lot myself, and it’s great to be part of this initiative. The government is making significant efforts to enhance fitness across the country. I urge everyone to step up, participate, and contribute in any way they can,” Yusha expressed.

Wrestler Shivanee Pawar, attending her fifth 'Sunday on Cycle' event, highlighted the necessity of integrating fitness into everyday life. She pointed out that such initiatives are especially beneficial for those who work from home or spend extended periods indoors.

Pawar also motivated the youth to limit their social media usage and concentrate more on physical fitness and healthy pursuits. “This is my fifth Sunday on Cycle event, and I believe initiatives like this are crucial for incorporating fitness into our daily routines, particularly for those who work from home or are often indoors… It’s a fantastic initiative to inspire our nation, especially the youth, to shift away from excessive social media and focus on fitness,” she remarked.

Launched by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in December 2024, the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative is organized by the Sports Authority of India in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Cycling Federation of India, Indian Rope Skipping Federation, Yogasana Bharat, Raahgiri Foundation, MY Bikes, and MY Bharat.

This cycling initiative is conducted simultaneously across all states and union territories, including SAI Regional Centres, National Centres of Excellence, SAI Training Centres, Khelo India State Centres of Excellence, and Khelo India Centres.