Is the 'Namo Yuva Run' a Step Towards a Drug-Free and Fit India?

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Key Takeaways
- The 'Namo Yuva Run' promotes fitness and a drug-free India.
- It is part of the BJP's celebration for PM Modi's birthday.
- Over 10,000 youth participated in Mumbai alone.
- Milind Soman's involvement as an ambassador motivated participants.
- The initiative aims for a healthier future for the nation.
Mumbai, Sep 21 (NationPress) The 'Namo Yuva Run' saw an incredible turnout of thousands of enthusiastic youth on Sunday. Tejasvi Surya, the chief of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) and BJP MP, referred to the event as a 'significant initiative' aimed at promoting fitness and achieving a 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' (drug-free India).
This marathon, organized nationwide by the BJYM, is part of the BJP's Seva Pakhwada festivities to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday on September 17.
The focus of this initiative is on youth fitness and raising awareness about drug-related issues, with large runs planned at 75 different locations throughout the country.
In Mumbai, the event was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, alongside BJP MP Tejasvi Surya and various senior party leaders.
Fitness icon and actor Milind Soman, who serves as the event's brand ambassador, participated in the campaign to motivate the youth.
During an interview with IANS at the event, Tejasvi Surya expressed, 'To commemorate PM Modi's 75th birthday, the party is organizing the Seva Pakhwada. In line with our commitment to a drug-free India, we are hosting large runs across 75 locations nationwide.'
'Today, over 10,000 youth have joined us here in Mumbai. I am deeply thankful to Milind Soman for his role as ambassador and for encouraging everyone to maintain fitness,' he added.
Milind Soman described the marathon as a 'commendable initiative' that effectively spreads the message of health and determination.
In his statement to IANS, he remarked, 'This is a wonderful initiative. I feel immense joy whenever such a run is organized. This occasion is particularly special as it celebrates our Prime Minister's birthday. Over 1 million people are participating in this movement across the nation today.'
'The Prime Minister's vision, and ours, is to realize the dream of a Fit India and a Nasha Mukt Bharat, as we progress towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat. With dedicated efforts, success is within reach,' he stated.
The 'Namo Yuva Run', merging fitness with social responsibility, transformed into a national celebration of youth engagement, promoting a healthier, drug-free, and stronger India.