Greater than 2,500 cyclists pedalled within the ‘Pune on Pedal’ rally that commenced from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Kothrud and culminated at Sambhaji Maharaj statue in Deccan. The purpose was to commemorate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday and lift consciousness amongst Pune residents about bodily health and eco-friendly existence.
The cyclists promoted the ‘Pune on Pedals’ initiative whereas delivering a message of health and environmental conservation.
Union Minister of State for youth affairs and sports activities, Raksha Khadse, inaugurated the rally organised by Rajya Sabha MP, Prof Dr Medha Kulkarni, by waving the inexperienced flag. Among the many dignitaries current have been skydiver PadmaShri Shital Mahajan, Indian cricketer Rahul Tripathi, former corporators Jayant Bhave and Vishram Kulkarni. On the occasion, Khadse emphasised the advantages of biking for each bodily and psychological well being, in addition to environmental conservation.
Khadse additional stated, “PM Modi has persistently promoted the ‘Match India’ motion. Biking performs a key position in staying match. To instill the significance of sports activities in kids, consciousness campaigns are being held in villages. The Ministry of Sports activities is implementing initiatives to foster sportsmanship in kids. This cycle rally initiated by Prof Dr Medhatai Kulkarni is commendable, and the passion of Pune residents for biking is actually inspiring.”
The Pune on Pedal initiative, now in its fifth yr, encourages using bicycles for well being advantages. Town identified for its sturdy biking tradition hosted over 2,500 cyclists on this yr’s rally. On the occasion, Khadse distributed free bicycles to underprivileged kids. As Dr Medha Kulkarni stated, all members have been awarded medals, certificates and T-shirts. Shital Mahajan, Rahul Tripathi and different attendees additionally inspired Puneites to cycle extra often.
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