Tourism Minister flags off 16th Champion Run

Marking World Tourism Day, the 16th edition of Champion Run was held in the Capital on Saturday, witnessing the participation from fitness enthusiasts from across the city. Organised by the Health Fitness Trust, the run, themed “Hum fit to India fit”, aimed to spread awareness about healthy living and responsible tourism.

The run was flagged off by Delhi Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, who also felicitated winners during the prize distribution ceremony.

The event was organised in collaboration with the Delhi Tourism Department, Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, and the Land Ports Authority of India.

Former Union Minister Vijay Goel was among the attendees of the event.

The initiative was coordinated by Asian Marathon Champion Sunita Godara, who has been spearheading fitness campaigns across the country. Speaking about the event, she said the aim was not only to encourage citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles, but also to emphasise the role of tourism in sustainable development.

The Tourism Minister said: “The tourism scenario in Delhi is changing rapidly. Under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the effort is to make Delhi a tourism hub. With attractions such as the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, Kartavya Path, and the War Memorial, Delhi is now positioned as more than just a transit point — it is becoming a destination in itself.”

He extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of World Tourism Day, and lauded the organisers for combining the spirit of fitness with the promotion of tourism.