New Delhi: The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), successfully organized the inaugural global edition of the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 across more than 100 countries. Held from September 17 to October 2 as part of Seva Pakhwada, the event underscored collective action among the Indian diaspora and local communities worldwide towards India’s vision of a developed nation by 2047.
Event Highlights and Global Reach
Under the banner “Run to Serve the Nation,” participants engaged in 3–5 km community runs at iconic and accessible locations in major cities including Bangkok, Beijing, Beirut, Nairobi, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Riyadh, Rome, Seoul, Sydney, Tokyo, and many others. The event extended to diverse regions including Bhutan, Tanzania, and Switzerland, drawing broad multicultural participation.
Pledges and Environmental Initiatives
Attendees took the Viksit Bharat Pledge and the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Pledge, demonstrating solidarity with India’s developmental journey and self-reliance goals. Participants also joined the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” tree plantation drive, linking environmental stewardship with individual and collective responsibility.
Diaspora Engagement and Youth Mobilization
The event facilitated dynamic interactions between the Indian diaspora, Persons of Indian Origin, and local communities. Integration with the MY Bharat portal allowed participants to explore volunteering and youth-centric programs, further catalyzing youth involvement in service and nation-building activities.
Leadership and Significance
Local dignitaries and leaders served as Chief Guests, celebrating India’s growth narrative and developmental successes. Viksit Bharat Run 2025 emerged as one of India’s largest global outreach efforts, embodying the nation’s ethos of Seva Bhav, sustainability, and inclusivity while strengthening ties between India and its worldwide diaspora.
Conclusion
This unprecedented global run not only promoted fitness and community spirit but also symbolized a collective pledge to India’s ambitious vision for 2047, uniting millions worldwide in the pursuit of a developed, sustainable, and self-reliant Bharat.
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Source: PIB
