New Delhi, Feb. 2 -- Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday participated in the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' event.

The event was themed this time 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 groups both young and old.

The two-kilometre cycling ride in the national capital started and ended at Major Dhyanchand Stadium. Paralympics 2024 bronze medalist para-shooter Rubina Francis also took part in the event.

Speaking to ANI, Mandaviya said that the 'Sundays on Cycle' is emerging as a "movement" and a "festival".

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