Thiruvananthapuram, June 23 -- Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday participated in the 'Cycling by the Sea' event organised from Chacka ITI to Sankumugham Beach as part of the Fit India Movement.

The event saw participation from over 250 members of a local cycle club, promoting fitness and sustainable transport.

"The experience of cycling in Thiruvananthapuram has been absolutely fantastic. Over 250 young members of the local cycle club joined us in this. If you want to stay healthy, start cycling; if you want to protect the environment, ride a bicycle to save fuel. Ride a bicycle to reduce pollution," the Union Sports Minister told ANI.

He further highlighted India's sporting preparedness for upcom...