1 million youth to join 'Namo Yuva Run' on Modi’s 75th birthday

The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) launched the ‘Namo Yuva Run’ campaign on Sunday, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday on September 17. The event will be held on September 21 at 75 locations across the country. Around 1 million youths are expected to participate, with 10,000 to 15,000 at each location.Actor and fitness icon Milind Soman was announced as the brand ambassador for the campaign. The event aims to promote fitness and create awareness about drug addiction, as part of the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat’ mission.

The campaign was inaugurated in Delhi by BJYM president and MP Tejasvi Surya and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya.

Surya said, “Perhaps there is no bigger icon for fitness, good health, and inspiration for the youth of the country than our Prime Minister. To mark his 75th birthday, the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha is organizing ‘Namo Yuva Run’ at 75 locations across the country, with participation of 10,000 to 15,000 youths at each location. In total, 1 million youths will run simultaneously at these 75 locations.”

Mandaviya said the event supports the government’s goal of promoting a drug-free India and pays tribute to PM Modi’s vision for a healthier nation.

Milind Soman said, “Everyone should understand that staying fit is essential to enjoy life and keep moving forward. More than the youth, parents should realize this, because if they prioritize health, their children will too.”

The ‘Namo Yuva Run’ is part of a larger set of events organised by BJYM to celebrate the Prime Minister’s birthday, including blood donation camps, health checkups, and exhibitions on his life and work.

The campaign is expected to be one of the largest participatory runs in India’s history and aims to encourage youth to engage in fitness activities while spreading the message of a drug-free society.