Tejaswi Surya Completes Ironman Challenge, PM Modi says 'Commendable Feat'

New Delhi: The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded BJP Lok Sabha MP Tejasvi Surya’s successful completion of the Ironman Challenge as a “commendable feat”.In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, “Commendable feat! I am sure this will inspire many more youngsters to pursue fitness-related activities.”BJP MP Tejasvi Surya successfully completed the Ironman 70.3 challenge today in Goa . This triathlon consisted of a 1.9 km swim, a 90 km bike ride, and a 21.1 km run, covering a total distance of 113 kilometers (or 70.3 miles) throughout the event.PM Modi Commends Tejaswi Surya For Ironman Challenge Commendable feat! I am sure this will inspire many more youngsters to pursue fitness related activities. https://t.co/zDTC0RtHL7— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 27, 2024 Tejaswi Surya became the first parliamentarian to participate in the event.Tejaswi Surya Completes Ironman Challenge, Credits PM Modi For Success The Ironman 70.3 Goa, known for attracting athletes from over 50 countries, has become a premier event for athletes and fitness enthusiasts in India and across the World. The challenge involves a 1.9km swim, a 90km cycling segment, and a 21.1km run, covering a total distance of… pic.twitter.com/jUDpjKccwU— Tejasvi Surya (@Tejasvi_Surya) October 27, 2024 After finishing the challenge, Surya urged the younger generation to focus on fitness goals and push boundaries in this regard. He also credited PM Modi for starting Fit India initiative. “The inspiration itself goes back to FitIndia initiative kickstarted by PM Narendra Modi which helped me reflect on my fitness goals. As a young nation chasing big ambitions, we must nurture our physical fitness and become a more healthier nation. An endeavour to become fit also makes you more disciplined and confident, which improves chances of your success in any venture that you undertake,” BJP MP wrote on X. BJP said that he was in regular practice for over the last 4 months for this challenge. “I have trained rigorously to improve my fitness and as a result, am happy to share that I have completed this challenge!” he said.

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Tejaswi Surya Completes Ironman Challenge, PM Modi says 'Commendable Feat'

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded BJP Lok Sabha MP Tejasvi Surya’s successful completion of the Ironman Challenge as a “commendable feat”.

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