LUCKNOW, Aug. 29 -- Member of Parliament Dinesh Sharma and former minister of state for housing and urban affairs of India, Kaushal Kishore, motivated athletes and youth to actively participate in sports and strive for excellence.

Both leaders said this on the occasion of the National Sports Day, during a soft launch of MP Khel Mahotsav held at Sports Authority of India (SAI), Netaji Subhas Regional Centre, Sarojini Nagar on Friday. Lalit Upadhyay, Olympic medallist and Arjuna Awardee was a special invitee.

Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries also reiterated the importance of the Fit India Campaign, urging citizens to adopt sports and fitness as an integral part of their lifestyle to build a healthier and stronger nation.

During ...