Anil Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty, Wellness Influencers Show Support to Fit India Carnival 2025

Rakesh Thapliyal

New Delhi: The upcoming Fit India Carnival has garnered significant support from prominent personalities. Bollywood actors Anil Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty as well as wellness influencers Luke Coutinho, Mickey Mehta and Sangram Singh have lauded the initiative.

The first-ever Fit India Carnival, a three-day fitness and wellness festival, is scheduled at the JLN Stadium here from March 16th to 18th. The event aims to celebrate and promote a healthy and active lifestyle for all, aligning with the vision of the Fit India Movement. The three-day carnival aims to make fitness fun, with a focus on holistic well-being, encompassing mental, emotional, and nutritional aspects of health.

Hon’ble Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, announcing the event, wrote on social media, “Fit India Carnival is Here! Guided by the vision of PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji, we are committed to making India a fit and obesity-free nation. Join us for the first-ever Fit India Carnival at JLN Stadium, New Delhi, from 16th to 18th March a one-of-a-kind initiative promoting health & well-being. Engage in exciting fitness activities. Explore exclusive sports zones and discover the latest in sports science I invite you all to be a part of this movement towards building a Fitter, Healthier & Stronger Bharat! [sic].”

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Anil Kapoor wrote, “Movement is medicine—stay fit, stay strong!”. Praising the sports ministry, Shilpa Shetty wrote, “Superb initiative by the sports ministry. Fitness isn’t just a goal—it’s a way of life. Let’s come together to build a stronger, healthier Bharat!”

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Popular wellness influencer and Fit India ambassador Luke Coutinho said, “Honored to be nominated by our Honourable Prime Minister as a Lifestyle Ambassador for the Fit India Movement since 2019 and to contribute to curating the Bharat Desh & Lifestyle, celebrating India’s rich culinary heritage and holistic well-being. The Fit India Carnival, happening at JLN Stadium, New Delhi, from 16th to 18th March, is yet another great initiative inspired by PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of a healthier, fitter, and obesity-free India. With fitness activities, exclusive sports zones, and discussions on sports science, this event is set to promote health and well-being on a grand scale. Wishing it great success!”

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The Fit India Carnival is designed to be a perfect blend of fitness, culture, and fun, making fitness an enjoyable and inclusive experience for all. It offers a unique opportunity for individuals, families, and communities to come together and explore fitness in an engaging way. The carnival also emphasizes women’s participation, promoting self-care, resilience, and empowerment through dedicated activities focused on women’s health, fitness, and self-defence.