FIT INDIA MOVEMENT

Aug. 30, 2019

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Fit India Movement on the occasion of National Sports Day.

About:

  • The Fit India movement is aimed at encouraging people to inculcate physical activity and sports in their day to day life.

  • PM Modi said many lifestyle diseases like diabetes, hypertension are increasing in India and small lifestyle changes can prevent these diseases. He asserted that the Fit India Movement is to inspire the country for these changes.

  • Sports has a direct relation to fitness but ‘Fit India Movement’ aims to go beyond fitness. Fitness is not just a word but an essential pillar to a healthy and prosperous life.

  • In his words, "Fitness is zero percent investment with infinite returns."

 

Source : The Hindu