Delhi's Special Olympic Day Run: A Celebration of Sports and Unity

Delhi hosted a Special Olympic Day Run as part of the IOC's global 'Let's Move' campaign. Thousands participated, with leaders expressing aspirations for India’s sporting future. The event, led by notable figures, coincided with the unveiling of the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships logo and mascot.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-06-2025 11:16 IST | Created: 22-06-2025 11:16 IST
Delhi's Special Olympic Day Run: A Celebration of Sports and Unity
Rekha Gupta (Photo: ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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A vibrant testament to athleticism and unity unfolded in Delhi as the city hosted a Special Olympic Day Run, aligning with the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) 'Let's Move' campaign. The event attracted thousands, transforming the capital into a lively center of sporting zeal. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, present at the event, lauded the participation, revealing her aspirations for India in the global sports arena.

Gupta expressed satisfaction over the turnout, highlighting the leadership of Prime Minister Modi in enhancing sports infrastructure and opportunities. She voiced Delhi's readiness to host the 2036 Olympics, emphasizing the ongoing infrastructural developments and the government's efforts to nurture talent across the country.

The run, overseen by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha, underscored the significance of the Olympic movement in India. Usha, a key figure in sports promotion, noted the day's emphasis on excellence, unity, and perseverance inherent in the Olympic spirit. As a testament to this spirit, the event also marked the unveiling of the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships logo and mascot, heralding a '100 Days to Go' countdown, with officials like Delhi Minister Ashish Sood and actress-politician Kangana Ranaut in attendance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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