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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya leads youth in fitness activities, anti-drug pledge and a 5.5-km cycle rally

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Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya led the 94th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle in Varanasi, under the theme 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat'. The event brought together over 500 cyclists and more than 1,000 participants to promote fitness, mental well-being, and an anti-drug pledge. The programme commenced at Namo Ghat with meditation, Kathak performance, and a Zumba session. The Union Minister administered the Nasha Mukt Bharat pledge and led a 5.5-km cycle rally from Namo Ghat to Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. The event also felicitated Asian Games medallists, including Ms. Prachi Chaudhary, Ms. Parul Chaudhary, Shri Jay Kumar, and Shri Raj Kumar Pal, to inspire youth toward sporting excellence and healthy lifestyle choices.

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