THE 56th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle transformed the MANIT campus into a lively festival of movement, music, and motivation. The event brought together over 1,200 participants, creating an energetic atmosphere that combined cycling, cultural performances, and interactive fitness activities.From early morning, the campus buzzed with activity—flashing phone lights, selfies, rhythmic music, and cheers marked the start of a day dedicated to health and wellness. High-energy Zumba sessions became one of the biggest attractions, while yoga demonstrations, rope skipping, Kudo, and Mallakhamb performances offered something for participants of all ages.

 

A Mallakhamb performance by young artists from the forests of Abujhmarh, Chhattisgarh, who have featured on India’s Got Talent, added a cultural and inspirational dimension to the event. Children, students, adults, and senior citizens joined various fitness sessions, making the morning both visually and physically engaging.India, and Abhishek Chauhan, Regional Director, SAI RC & NCOE Bhopal. The event also featured notable sports personalities such as cricketer Aniket Umashankar Verma, junior hockey international Abdul Ahad, footballer Vishal Joon, canoe sprint athlete Jaspreet Singh, judokas Shraddha Kadubal Chopade and Yash Ganghas, and young Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar awardee Yogita Mandavi, adding inspiration for aspiring athletes.

 

Vishvas Kailash Sarang praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a fit and healthy nation, emphasizing the benefits of cycling and urging citizens to incorporate it into their weekly routines. Actress Payal Rohatgi highlighted that the Fit India movement is raising fitness awareness nationwide, helping nurture future Olympians, and bringing India closer to the vision of a Viksit Bharat. The event also recognised contributions from local fitness enthusiasts, journalists, and cycling clubs.

 

Fit India Champions including Aishwarya Raj Bhakuni, Vishal Joon, Kenisha Shrivas, and others were felicitated, along with state cycling champions Amit Das and Surya Narayan Singh. Organised with support from MyBharat, Yogasana Bharat, Rope Skipping Federation of India, Lions Club, NSS, and NYKS, Fit India Sundays on Cycle, launched in December 2024, has grown into a nationwide people’s movement, with over 22 lakh participants across more than two lakh locations.