India, June 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his latest Mann Ki Baat address, praised a Bengaluru-based fitness startup, Tagda Raho, for promoting traditional Indian methods of staying fit through a modern lens.

"Indian culture offers many ways to remain fit and healthy," the PM said, adding that Mann Ki Baat continues to highlight such initiatives. "One such effort that has beautifully merged tradition with modernity is a startup from Bengaluru, Tagda Raho. Swing and stay fit!"

The mention has sparked widespread appreciation, with Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya also responding and acknowledging the startup's contribution to reviving indigenous fitness practices.

Founded by Rishabh Malhotra, Tagda Raho is a fitness initiative i...