The nationwide movement, which has been in operation for eight years, aims to promote a healthier lifestyle and encourage citizens to adopt a more active approach to wellness. Fitness is not just a physical activity, but also a mental well-being that can be achieved through regular exercise and healthy eating habits. The initiative has already seen a significant impact, with over 5,500 locations and 3 lakh citizens participating since its launch.

“Wellness is far cheaper than illness. Fitness should not be a one-day thing, like cycling only today, but must be practised every day for overall wellness. Only then does it make a difference,”

said Suniel Shetty, actor and fitness icon, during the nationwide event held in New Delhi. Shetty’s powerful call for consistent wellness added star power to the initiative, which has been gaining momentum across the country. The event, which was held at various locations across the country, including CBIC-GST centres, marked eight years of GST and celebrated a nationwide commitment to fitness. The movement has been uniting thousands of citizens in a synchronised push towards health, community, and cleaner air.

1. At Thiruvananthapuram, three celebrated Olympians and international athletes — Jisna Mathew, M.P. Jabir, and Anu Raghavan — joined the event, inspiring over 200 participants to take on the cycling trail with passion and pride.
2. Leading the peloton were five of India’s top cyclists, including Pooja Danole, Dhanyadha JP, Srimathi J, Rejiya Devi, and Niraimathi J, each a decorated national and international medalist.

The event in New Delhi featured Zumba, rope skipping, and yoga sessions, transforming the Sunday into a celebration of movement and mental wellness. The capital’s event was held at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, and was attended by numerous celebrities and fitness enthusiasts.

The initiative has been gaining traction, with numerous celebrities lending their voices to inspire everyday fitness. Sania Mirza, Milind Soman, Emraan Hashmi, John Abraham, Imtiaz Ali, Shankar Mahadevan, and Dara Singh, among others, have endorsed the movement, urging citizens to join the initiative and make it a memorable event.

Fitness is not just a physical activity, but also a mental well-being that can be achieved through regular exercise and healthy eating habits

Wellness is far cheaper than illness

Fitness should be practised every day for overall wellness

The cycling initiative has now rolled through 5,500+ locations and reached over 3 lakh citizens since its launch. The movement has been redefining how we move, one pedal stroke at a time, turning public spaces into wellness hubs, and citizens into champions of health. “Fitness doesn’t need fancy equipment or a gym — just willpower and discipline,” said Chess Grandmaster Tania Sachdev, fresh from her gold medal win at the 2024 Chess Olympiad in Budapest. Sachdev’s message added to the momentum of the movement, as she energised crowds with a fitness-forward message. The event was attended by numerous celebrities, including actor and fitness icon Suniel Shetty, who added his voice to the initiative. Shetty’s call for consistent wellness added to the movement’s message, as he urged citizens to adopt a more active approach to wellness. “India is coming together to take a step towards fitness by cycling. I urge everyone to join our officers this Sunday and make it a memorable event,” said Shankar Mahadevan, in his video message. Shankar’s message added to the movement’s momentum, as he encouraged citizens to join the initiative and make it a memorable event. With growing momentum, Fit India’s Sundays on Cycle is redefining how we move, one pedal stroke at a time — turning public spaces into wellness hubs, and citizens into champions of health. The movement has already seen a significant impact, with over 5,500 locations and 3 lakh citizens participating since its launch. “What we eat is also important so that we control too much sugar and aerated drinks. It’s important to ensure so we can fight obesity. We are prone to heart disease so it is important to move towards this goal of a fitter, healthier India,” said Shashank Priya, Special Secretary and Member, CBIC GST. Priya’s message added to the movement’s momentum, as he urged citizens to adopt a healthier lifestyle and make a positive impact on their health. The movement has been gaining traction, with numerous celebrities lending their voices to inspire everyday fitness. The initiative has been in operation for eight years, and has already seen a significant impact, with over 5,500 locations and 3 lakh citizens participating since its launch. Fitness for all is the mantra of Fit India’s Sundays on Cycle. The movement aims to promote a healthier lifestyle and encourage citizens to adopt a more active approach to wellness. With growing momentum, the movement is redefining how we move, one pedal stroke at a time — turning public spaces into wellness hubs, and citizens into champions of health.