The Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur on August 29, 2021, launched Fit India Mobile Application at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi. The app was launched to celebrate the second anniversary of the Fit India Movement and as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
Significance:
The Fit India Mobile App will help one check his\her fitness level at ease. It is India’s most comprehensive fitness app which has been launched for 135 crore Indians.
The Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said that it is extremely essential to ensure the fitness of India’s youth if they want to contribute meaningfully to nation-building. The minister urged everyone to popularize the app through social media.
Fit India Mobile App: Key details
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The Fit India Mobile App will be free and will be available in Hindi and English on both the Android and iOS platforms. The app has been developed keeping in mind that it works even on basic smartphones.
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The app has some unique features like animated videos, fitness core, activity trackers, and my plans aimed at catering to the individual specific needs.
Fit India Movement:
Fit India Movement was launched by Prime Minister Modi on August 29, 2019, on the occasion of National Sports Day. The movement aimed for making fitness an integral part of the life of every citizen.
Anurag Thakur, while addressing the event, appealed to the Indian citizens to make Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav a success with public participation in the Fit India Movement.