PM Modi on Tejasvi Surya completing..

New Delhi, Oct 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated young BJP MP from Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya, who became the first parliamentarian to participate in the Ironman 70.3 Goa event, a triathlon challenge that includes 1, 9 km swim, 90 km bike ride and 21.1 km run.

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The Prime Minister added: “I am sure this will encourage many more young people to pursue fitness-related activities. »

Earlier, Tejasvi Surya had participated in the Ironman 70.3 held in Goa.

The fourth edition of Ironman 70.3 Goa was launched at Goa's Miramar Beach by Minister Govind Gawde, in the presence of BJP MP Tejasvi Surya and former Indian tennis player Leander Paes.

Since its inception, Ironman 70.3 Goa has attracted triathletes from over 57 countries, and the fourth edition welcomed participants from over 75 cities across the country. This year's race also featured over 120 competitors from the central and state government departments, with women making up 12 to 15 percent of the athlete base.

Remarkably, more than 60 percent of this year's participants are first-time competitors, highlighting the event's important role in expanding the triathlon community in India.

A few family members also cheered on their sons and daughters as they took part in the triathlon challenge.

Many local residents who came to witness the Ironman challenge also shared their excitement and said that it was a good thing that the Goa government was providing a platform for the youth to participate in a highly competitive and challenging sporting event .

In 2022, Tejasvi Surya competed in the Ironman 70.3 Goa as part of a relay team, completing the 90 km cycling segment.

However, this year the legislator went the full distance, competing individually against other triathletes.

The finale is a remarkable testament to Surya's dedication and commitment to fitness and healthy living. He dedicated the arrival to the athletes and sportspersons of the country who undergo intense training and work hard to bring laurels to India.

Speaking after the race, Surya said, “Ironman 70.3 Goa, known for attracting athletes from over 50 countries, has become a premier event for fitness enthusiasts in India and around the world. »

“The challenge is the ultimate test of a person's endurance and physical and mental fitness. Over the past 4 months, I have been training rigorously to improve my fitness and I am glad I took on this challenge! » said the BJP MP.

Further, he credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Fit India initiative as the motivation to take up the challenge.

“The inspiration itself dates back to the #FitIndia initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, which helped me think about my fitness goals. As a young nation with great ambitions, we must cultivate our fitness and become a healthier nation. An effort to become fit also makes you more disciplined and confident, which improves your chances of success in any endeavor you undertake,” added Surya.

The BJP MP said, “The #FitIndia movement goes a long way in increasing this awareness and inspiring more people to take up fitness programs, which is essential for our nation!

He urged other young people to indulge in any form of physical activity or sport and focus on a healthy lifestyle.

Surya said, “As a finalist of this daunting challenge, I can attest to the youth that fitness goals truly push your limits and make you a better individual. I call on all undecided people and perpetual planners to embark on this journey and make progress! »

Olympic swimmer Sajan Prakash also took part in the IRONMAN 70.3 Goa relay on Sunday along with teammates Sirish Govardhan (cycling) and Soumya Rout (running).

The IRONMAN 70.3 Goa event gives strength to the Fit India movement of the Modi government as it encourages and inspires GenNext to participate in the program and adopt an active and healthy lifestyle. Tejasvi Surya's participation in the Ironman challenge has only spread the message that developing physical courage and endurance should be a part of citizens' daily lives.

Notably, the FIT India movement was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 29, 2019, with the aim of making fitness an integral part of daily life. The Movement's mission is to bring about behavioral changes and encourage citizens to move towards a more physically active lifestyle.