Mumbai, : Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya celebrated India’s growing fitness and wellness movement at the National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025 held at The Trident, Mumbai. Bollywood producer Rohit Shetty, World Cup-winning cricketer Harbhajan Singh, and Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal were honored as Fit India Icons.
Union Minister of State for Sports Ruksha Nikhil Khadse also honored Sayami Kher, Shivoham, and Vrinda Bhatt as Fit India Icons. Additionally, Ankur Garg, Karan Tacker, Vishwas Patil, and Krishna Prakash were recognized as Fit India Ambassadors for their continuous efforts to promote fitness as a lifestyle.
Dr. Mandaviya stated,
“Without understanding the importance of fitness, it will not be possible to realize Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. Earlier, people walked and cycled naturally, but in the digital age, we barely move. Fitness must become a way of life.”
He further emphasized that fitness is not only essential for health but also for economic growth and the sports industry. With rising awareness about sports and production of fitness equipment and nutritional supplements, India’s sports and fitness industry can achieve significant growth.
Minister Khadse highlighted,
“India is an emerging nation in sports. The fitness sector offers immense opportunities, and the entire ecosystem must work together for a healthy India.”
Rohit Shetty warned against “health influencers” promoting fitness on social media without proper knowledge. Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal stated that fitness is integral to sports culture, and success requires hard work and discipline. World Cup-winning cricketer Harbhajan Singh added that Indian players now perform better due to prioritizing fitness.
Panel discussions emphasized the importance of starting a fitness culture early, avoiding fake supplements and junk food, and parents’ role in preventing mobile phone addiction among children.
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