Date: 2025-08-31Category: Not ApplicableState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse & Actor, Jackie Shroff Inspire Citizens at 38th Edition of Sundays on Cycle in Sanjay Gandhi National Park , Borivali Organised by Sports Authority of India, RC Mumbai
**Summary:**
On August 31, 2025, the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Regional Centre Mumbai, in collaboration with Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), hosted the 38th edition of "Sundays on Cycle" in Borivali, Mumbai. The event, part of the National Sports Day celebrations, drew over 500 cyclists to promote fitness, sustainability, and community engagement. The Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, and actor Jackie Shroff attended as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, respectively. Minister Khadse emphasized that "Sundays on Cycle" is part of the Fit India Mission, advocating cycling as a means to improve fitness and address pollution and traffic congestion. Shroff encouraged participants to prioritize their health and inspire others to be active. The event was led by SAI RC Mumbai under the guidance of Regional Director Pandurang Chate IRS. For further information, contact PIBMumbai via social media or pibmumbaiatgmaildotcom. Release ID: 2162452.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: The Indian government ministry responsible for youth affairs and sports.
Raksha Khadse: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports.
Jackie Shroff: Actor and fitness icon, Guest of Honour at the event.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Location of the 38th Edition of Sundays on Cycle event.
Sports Authority of India: The apex national sports body of India.
Sundays on Cycle: An event promoting fitness, sustainability, and community spirit through cycling.
Fit India Mission: A nationwide movement in India to encourage citizens to inculcate physical activity and sports in their everyday lives.
National Sports Day: A three-day celebration where the event was led by SAI RC Mumbai.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports,
Raksha Khadse & Actor, Jackie Shroff Inspire
Citizens at 38th Edition of Sundays on Cycle in
Sanjay Gandhi National Park , Borivali Organised by
Sports Authority of India, RC Mumbai
Posted On: 31 AUG 2025 4:44PM by PIB Mumbai
Mumbai, August 31, 2025
The Sports Authority of India, Regional Centre Mumbai, in collaboration with Sanjay Gandhi
National Park (SGNP), successfully hosted the 38th Edition of ‘Sundays on Cycle’ at Borivali,
Mumbai. The event drew more than 500 enthusiastic cyclists, who joined the movement to
celebrate fitness, sustainability, and community spirit.
The event was graced by the Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Smt. Raksha Nikhil
Khadse, as Chief Guest and renowned actor & fitness icon Shri Jackie Shroff as Guest of Honour.In her address, Minister, Smt. Raksha Khadse emphasised that “Sundays on Cycle,” launched
under Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s Fit India Mission, is gaining greater
momentum every week across India. She highlighted that cycling is not only a path to fitness but
also a practical solution to rising pollution and traffic congestion, particularly in urban cities. She
motivated citizens to embrace cycling as part of their lifestyle, calling it a simple yet powerful way to
stay healthy.
Shri Jackie Shroff, in his trademark inspiring style, reminded the gathering that “fitness is for
everyone.” He added, “Pair mein dum to aage kadam” urging participants to stay strong, take
charge of their health, and inspire others around them to lead a fit and active life.
The event was led by SAI RC Mumbai as part of the three-day National Sports Day celebrations,
under the guidance of Regional Director, Shri Pandurang Chate (IRS).Source: SAI, RC Mumbai
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