New Delhi, March 7 The Fit India Movement launched a three-day International Women's Day (IWD) Carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, starting on Saturday, to celebrate the spirit of International Women's Day.
The event, themed "Strong Women, Strong Nation," brought together over 500 women from India's armed forces and security services, including the Border Security Force, Central Reserve Police Force, Indo-Tibetan Border Police, and Delhi Police, celebrating women's strength, resilience, and leadership through fitness activities and sports.
The event featured participation from several prominent personalities who shared their insights on fitness, wellness, and women's empowerment. Among them were Paralympic medallist and Arjuna Awardee Preeti Pal, renowned nutritionists Nidhi Nigam and Tanvi Tutlani, entrepreneur Yukti Arya, meditation expert Nivedita Shreyans, yoga experts Divya Ahuja and Pankhuri Srivastav, specialist pelvic floor physiotherapist Dr Garima Biswas, and Fit India champion Timsy Bector.
"When I started my sports career, many people said I wouldn't be able to achieve anything. I turned that criticism into motivation," Preeti Pal said in a statement.
"I decided that since they believed I couldn't, I would prove that I could. Always remember that we are women and we can achieve anything. Never let anyone tell you that you cannot reach your goals."
The morning began with a yoga session, followed by energetic Zumba workouts and breathing exercises aimed at promoting mindfulness and holistic wellness.
The highlight of the event was the Sisters' League, a unique sports league where women of all ages participated in both competitive and recreational activities.
From football shootouts to the traditional tug of war, the event created a lively atmosphere of sport, fitness, and the camaraderie of sisterhood.