Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched nation-wide 'Fit India Movement' on August 29 urging citizens to maintain a healthy life. The initiative was launched at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi at 10 am. Paying tributes to hockey player Dhyan Chand whose birthday is commemorated as National Sports Day, Modi said, "On this day a great sportsperson was born, Major Dhyan Chand. He amazed the world with his fitness, stamina, and hockey stick." Following Modi's announcement encouraging people to inculcate physical activity and sports in everyday life, an excited Twitterati appreciated the PM for his move. #FitIndiaMovement is among top trends on Twitter other than #NationalSportsDay and #MajorDhyanChand. What is Fit India Movement? Know Everything About Narendra Modi Government's New Initiative to Keep India Healthy.

At the event, Modi said, "I want to see you fit and make your fitness conscious and we will together set the goals for Fit India and the country as a whole." The Fit India Movement was formed by a committee comprising of government officials, members of Indian Olympic Association (IOA), national sports federations, private bodies and fitness promoters. Meanwhile, people took to Twitter congratulating people PM Modi for his efforts in making India a fit nation. From politicians, sports personalities, celebrities to commoners, everyone took to Twitter sharing praising the government's initiative. National Sports Day 2019: Remembering Major Dhyan Chand With This Beautiful Sand Art by Sudarsan Pattnaik (View Pic)

Here is How Twitterati Reacted to Modi's 'Fit India Movement' Announcement:

The 'Fit India' body which is helmed by Sports minister Kiren Rijiju has 12 members from the government.

Movie Maker Karan Johar Congratulates PM Modi and Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju.

Rajsamand MP and former MLA, Diya Kumari from Sawai Madhopur Praises the Initiative:

All Set to Participate!

Let's Pledge For a Healthy Life:

To a Healthy Life!

It 'Fit India Movement' body includes secretaries of Sports, Secondary Education, Ayush, Youth Affairs, among others. IOA President and seven NSF heads, including those of boxing, athletics, football and cycling, are also a part of the committee. It also includes members of private bodies such as Confederation of Indian Industries (CII), Reliance Foundation, JSW Cement and JSW Paints, SE TransStadia Pvt. Ltd., Tata Trusts, ASSOCHAM India, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), and actors Shilpa Shetty and Milind Soman.

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