New Delhi, April 12 -- Emphasising the critical role of fitness in nation-building, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday urged citizens to join the Fit India movement and adopt active lifestyles to realise the vision of a developed India, while leading the 69th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Mandaviya said, "Sunday on Cycle, has become a nationwide movement. Inspired by Prime Minister Modi, the youth of the country has become more aware of fitness. Prime Minister Modi has given the message of Fit India. This is not just a message, but a necessity for Viksit Bharat."

Outlining the importance of fitness, Mandaviya said that if India is to become a developed nation, the f...