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Over 300 fitness enthusiasts cycled alongside Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, in a spirited edition of Sundays on Cycle with journalists and members of the media fraternity as special guests at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, on 25 May, 2025.
The event saw participation from Delhi Journalist Association, Delhi Sports Journalist Association, athletes, and citizens. It featured a four kilometre ride, with media professionals who called the experience a “wake-up call.”
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya in his address said, “I am glad that today’s Sundays on Cycle was a success despite the rain. Our journalist friends showed up in full spirit, and it’s truly heartening to witness. Journalists rarely have a peaceful routine—they work day and night. The headlines we read each morning are the result of their tireless efforts through the night. For them to continue doing this important work, staying fit is essential. That’s why I invited them—to show appreciation and to gently remind everyone to take up cycling or some form of fitness.”
“I had a wonderful experience here today. Sundays on Cycle, an initiative by the Fit India Movement and the Sports Authority of India, is a fantastic way to stay healthy and active. I’ve always believed that the key to a healthy life is regular fitness. Everyone should walk for at least half an hour each day to stay fit—and now I see that cycling is just as powerful! Avoid junk food, keep moving, and stay fit,” said athlete guest Rodali Barua, Taekwondo Asian Championship Medalist, who also joined the journalists at the event.
Thapliyal, President, Delhi Journalist Association expressed his gratitude and added, “It was a wonderful experience to be invited by the Minister. Despite the rain and our late-night work schedules, so many journalists showed up—it proves fitness can be fun. Just an hour of activity like cycling can go a long way in improving health and reducing medical expenses.”
Abhishek Tripathi, President, Delhi Sports Journalist Association, said joining Dr Mansukh Mandaviya for Sundays on Cycle was a reality check, “just 3-4 km left many of us breathless! It reminded us how important fitness is, especially for media professionals who are always on the go. Cycling is not just great for our health, but also for the environment.”
