Monday 25 July 2016

Prime Minister to Flag off “Run for Rio” on 31st July, 2016 in New Delhi

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will flag off RUN FOR RIO on 31 July 2016 in New Delhi. This was announced by Minister of State (I/C) for Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Vijay goel at a press conference on 25th July, 2016. Shri Vijay Goel said that with a view to celebrate the Olympic mood, especially when India is sending its largest ever contingent of 119 athletes, the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS) through the Sports Authority of India (SAI) is organizing a Mass Run called “Run for Rio” on 31st July, 2016 at 7:00 a.m.
He said around 20,000 school children will participate in the Run, which will be flagged off by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. He also informed that the Run will commence from Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium (MDCNS), India Gate, and conclude at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (JNS), Lodhi Road. New Delhi.

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