The event's theme this time around was based on obesity and the need to combat it in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the clarion call for the same at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games in Dehradun. He called for a fight against obesity that is affecting all age group
Well-known actor Gul Panag and Arjuna awardee boxer Saweety Boora rallied behind the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' campaign saying "it is the only way to build a sporting and fitness culture" in the country as they led more than 500 cyclists at the Leisure Valley park in Gurugram.
Mandaviya led the initiative in Upleta, his constituency in Porbandar. Over 150 cyclists joined him, riding a 5 km stretch from the Municipal Arts & Commerce College to the Taluka School Cricket Ground.
The 'Bastar Olympics' is an annual event held by the Chhattisgarh Sports and Youth Welfare Department, meant to help the youth and other victims of naxal activities showcase their sports talent.
Sunday's flag-off ceremony also saw the presence of former WWE star Shanky Singh, revered for being a part of the tag team stable featuring former WWE champion Jinder Mahal. Padma Shri and Arjuna Awardee Table Tennis player Mouma Das, meanwhile, flagged off the Sundays on Cycle event in Spor