Run for Fitness on National Sports Day at Manipal University Jaipur (Fit India)

FROM 29 Aug 2025 TO 29 Aug 2025

Venue : Manipal University Jaipur, Jaipur @ 4:00 PM

Directorate of Sports, Manipal University Jaipur, organized the event of The National Sports Day week in India is celebrated on 29 August every year. It is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand Singh. National Sports Day in India is not only a celebration of sporting excellence but also an opportunity to pay homage to one of the greatest hockey players in the world, Major Dhyan Chand.

Manipal University Jaipur organized a “National sports day, Run for Fitness” on Aug. 29th, 2025 at 06:00 AM. The early morning run aimed to promote physical fitness, encourage a healthy lifestyle, and honor the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, the legendary Indian hockey player whose birthday is commemorated as National Sports Day.

The event witnessed an overwhelming response with more than 4,000 enthusiastic participants, including students, faculty, staff, and fitness enthusiasts from across the campus. The early morning run highlighted the importance of regular physical activity, mental well-being, and the unifying power of sports.

This massive turnout not only reflected MUJ's strong sporting culture but also reinforced the university's ongoing commitment to promoting health, wellness, and community spirit through such impactful initiatives.