In alignment with the national campaign under the Fit India Movement, the Government e Marketplace (GeM) organized the Fit India Freedom Run 6.0 in New Delhi today.

The run commenced from the Jivan Bharati Building, passing through Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Jai Singh Road and Janpath, before concluding back at the Jivan Bharati Building. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from people across all age groups – from teenagers to senior citizens – along with GeM officers and their family members.

This year’s edition was held under the theme ‘Swachchhta and Swasthya’ (Cleanliness and Health), highlighting the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy lifestyle. Demonstrating the spirit of the theme, GeM also organized a post-run cleanliness drive along the route, reinforcing the message of civic responsibility and collective action.

CEO, GeM, Shri Mihir Kumar said that health and hygiene are at the heart of national progress and that GeM believes a fit workforce and a clean environment are equally essential for good governance. He added that the Fit India Freedom Run is not just a campaign but a commitment, and expressed pride in the wholehearted participation and spirit of the GeM team.

The event fostered unity, community spirit and awareness about the importance of physical fitness and cleanliness in everyday life.

Launched in 2020 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Fit India Freedom Run commemorates Independence Day and Gandhi Jayanti, encouraging citizens to adopt an active lifestyle. The 6th edition, being held from 2nd to 31st October 2025, will culminate with the Unity Run on 31st October, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

GeM remains committed to promoting inclusive well-being, sustainability and national unity through such participatory initiatives.

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Abhishek Dayal/ Abhijith Narayanan/ Ishita Biswas

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