India, Nov. 18 -- justify;">A national-level cycling event titled The Unity Trail - Cycle on Sunday began on Sunday near the Statue of Unity, drawing more than 650 cyclists from across India. The two-day event, held on November 16 and 17, is being organised jointly by the Cycling Federation of India and the Gujarat government's departments of Sports, Youth Services, Cultural Activities and Tourism.

The event was flagged off by Minister of State Dr. Jairam Gamit in Rajpipla, who marked the opening lap alongside local representatives and young cyclists. Riders from several states, as well as amateur and recreational cyclists from across Gujarat, completed the five-kilometre opening trail as crowds gathered along the route.

Officials said ...