**Summary of Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari 2026**
**Event Overview**
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports reported the successful completion of the **81st edition** of Fit India's flagship "**Sundays on Cycle**" campaign. Held on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (reported July 13), the event featured the **Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari 2026**, also known as the Cycle Ringan Sohla (Circumambulation). The rally was organized in Pandharpur town by the **Sports Authority of India (SAI), Regional Centre Mumbai**, in association with the **Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari Association**.
**Key Participation Metrics**
* **Total Participants:** Over 4,000 cyclists from Maharashtra and Karnataka.
* **Cycling Clubs:** Representatives from over 140 cycling clubs participated.
* **Ceremonial Lead:** The rally was flagged off by **Sh. Pandurang Chate (IRS)**, Regional Director, Sports Authority of India, Regional Centre Mumbai.
**Objectives and Significance**
The campaign aimed to blend India’s rich cultural heritage—specifically the centuries-old Warkari tradition—with modern fitness initiatives. Key promotional goals included:
* Encouraging regular physical activity and healthier lifestyles.
* Promoting cycling as a sustainable mode of transport and advocating for road safety.
* Fostering environmental conservation and community participation.
* Strengthening social harmony through a unique celebration of devotion and sport.
**Contact and Source Information**
* **Originating Office:** PIB Mumbai
* **Media Contacts:** Yash Rane / Darshana Rane
* **Release ID:** 2284152
* **Social Media Handles:** @PIBMumbai (Twitter/X), /PIBMumbai (Facebook), /pibmumbai (Instagram/YouTube)
* **Email:** pibmumbai[at]gmail[dot]com
Key Entities Referenced
Sundays on Cycle: A flagship campaign under the Fit India movement aimed at promoting physical activity, sustainable transport, and road safety through regular cycling.
Fit India: A national initiative and movement focused on inspiring healthier lifestyles, under which the 'Sundays on Cycle' program is conducted.
Sports Authority of India (SAI): The primary government body, specifically through its Regional Centre Mumbai, responsible for organizing the cycling event and rally.
Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari 2026: A major cycling event and cultural 'Cycle Ringan Sohla' organized in Pandharpur to celebrate fitness, devotion, and heritage.
Maharashtra and Karnataka: The primary states defining the geographic scope of participation, involving over 4,000 cyclists and 140 clubs.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Over 4,000 Cyclists from Maharashtra and
Karnataka Participate in Aashadhi Pandharpur
Cycle Wari 2026 under Fit India's Sundays on
Cycle
प्रव तथ: 13 JUL 2026 4:44PM by PIB Mumbai
Mumbai, 13 July 2026
The 81st edition of Fit India's flagship "Sundays on Cycle" campaign in Maharashtra
witnessed over 4,000 cyclists from Maharashtra and Karnataka participating in the Aashadhi
Pandharpur Cycle Wari 2026. In the run-up to the Aashadhi Ekadashi festivities, this grand
Cycle Ringan Sohla (Circumambulation) was organised in Pandharpur town by Sports
Authority of India, Regional Centre Mumbai on Sunday.
The Cycle Rally was ceremonially flagged off by Regional Director, Sports Authority of
India, Regional Centre Mumbai, Sh. Pandurang Chate (IRS).Organised in association with the Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari Association, the event
brought together cyclists, fitness enthusiasts and devotees in a unique celebration inspired by
the centuries-old Warkari tradition.Participants from over 140 cycling clubs across Maharashtra and Karnataka joined the
celebration, making it one of the largest cycling gatherings organised in connection with the
Aashadhi Wari.
This edition of Sundays on Cycle aimed to promote the importance of regular physical activity,
cycling as a sustainable mode of transport, road safety, environmental conservation and
community participation. The Aashadhi Pandharpur Cycle Wari 2026 celebrating the spirit of
fitness, devotion and India's rich cultural heritage stands as a landmark example of how sport,
fitness and heritage can come together to inspire healthier lifestyles, promote environmental
responsibility and strengthen social harmony.
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