Fit India Campaign Highlights on Major Dhyan Chand’s Birth Anniversary

The Fit India initiative marked a special milestone on the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, the 'Hockey Wizard' honoured with the Padma Bhushan. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya took to social media to celebrate seven years of the movement, commending its role in promoting active lifestyles across the nation.

He credited the campaign’s success to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and noted how the spirit of fitness aligns with Chand’s own disciplined approach to sport. The post called on citizens to adopt regular exercise, echoing the athlete’s lifelong commitment to health and national service.

Other leaders, including Yogi Adityanath and the chief ministers of Bihar and Rajasthan, also referenced Fit India, urging youngsters to view fitness as a cornerstone of personal and national development.

The coordinated messages showcased how a historic sports figure can inspire contemporary health drives, reinforcing the link between athletic excellence and public well‑being.