Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam Joins Palwal Cyclothon on National Sports Day

*Calls Upon Youth to Make Sports and Fitness an Integral Part of Daily Life*

*Haryana Advancing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Fit India’ Vision Under Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s Leadership*

Chandigarh, August 30 – Haryana Minister of State for Sports and Youth Empowerment, Sh. Gaurav Gautam participated in the Palwal Cyclothon organised on the occasion of National Sports Day and the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. Organised by the District Administration and Sports Department, Palwal, the cyclothon was held under the theme ‘Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat’. It commenced from the Community Centre, HUDA Sector-2, and concluded at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Stadium.

The Minister joined players, youth and citizens in the cycle rally and encouraged them to make sports and physical fitness an integral part of their lives.

Addressing the participants, Sh. Gaurav Gautam said that sports are not merely about winning medals, but also inculcate discipline, self-confidence, leadership qualities and team spirit. He said that healthy and fit youth have an important role to play in building a strong society and an empowered nation.

The Sports Minister said that it was a matter of immense pleasure for him to participate in the cycle rally along with youth, players and citizens on the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand. He said that the life of the legendary hockey player continues to inspire people towards discipline, dedication and pride in the nation.

Sh. Gaurav Gautam said that under the leadership of the Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana is steadily advancing Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Fit India’ and the resolve to turn sports into a people’s movement.

Calling upon the youth to make sports and regular exercise a part of their daily routine, he said that healthy youth form the strong foundation of a developed and empowered Haryana.

The Minister also participated in the cyclothon by cycling alongside the participants and encouraged the players and youth. The event witnessed participation from players, youth, sports enthusiasts and citizens.