Viksit Bharat Run organised in Kuwait as part of Seva Pakhwada 2026
Viksit Bharat Run organised in Kuwait as part of Seva Pakhwada 2026
The Embassy of India in Kuwait organised the “Viksit Bharat Run” at Boulevard Park, Salmiya, Kuwait, on 2 October 2026, as part of Seva Pakhwada 2026. The Run was organised encouraging fitness and community towards the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. The event witnessed participation of more than 1,600 people from all walks of life.
2. Mrs. Paramita Tripathi, Ambassador of India to Kuwait, flagged off the Viksit Bharat Run. The event brought together members of the Indian community and friends of India from all walks of life in Kuwait and different age groups, in a celebration of fitness, community participation and the spirit of Viksit Bharat.
3. The event in Kuwait contributed to the wider “Fit India Movement” through the Fit India Freedom Run 7.0, being held from 2 October to 31 October 2026. Ambassador encouraged participants to embrace an active lifestyle and make physical fitness a part of their daily routine. The campaign calls on people to dedicate at least 30 minutes each day to physical activity, promoting fitness and well-being.
4. The event conveyed the message of “Run for Fitness, Run for Unity, Run for Viksit Bharat!”, linking the values of a fit and healthy society with the broader vision of Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.
5. In keeping with the spirit of “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat,” cleanliness was given due importance during the event. Waste collection and cleanliness activities were undertaken following the Run, following Leave No Trace principle. The initiative also reflected the spirit of “Swachhata Hi Seva 2026”, promoting clean and healthy surroundings.
6. The Embassy appreciates the enthusiastic participation and support of all participants, which contributed to the successful organisation of the Viksit Bharat Run 2026.
7. For further information regarding the event, please contact the Embassy of India in Kuwait at ca.kuwait@mea.gov.in.
Speech of Ambassador HE Mrs Paramita Tripathi on the Viksit Bharat Run, 2 October 2026
Ladies and Gentlemen,
My dear fellow Indians
friends from the media
And dear children
A very good morning to all of you!
It is wonderful to see such a large and enthusiastic gathering here this morning for the Viksit Bharat Run 2.0. I thank each one of you for joining us and for bringing such energy and enthusiasm to this special occasion.
Today is particularly significant. The Viksit Bharat Run is being organised as part of Sewa Pakhwada, the fortnight of service, which culminates today with the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
Gandhiji reminded us that cleanliness is not merely a matter of habit, but a reflection of our respect for ourselves, for others and for our surroundings. In that spirit, we have undertaken Swachhata Hi Sewa — service through cleanliness.
And today, we will put that spirit into action. As we conclude our run here at The Boulevard, we will undertake a “Leave No Trace” campaign. We will make sure that we do not litter and leave behind no litter from our activity today. In fact, I would urge all of you to join us in picking up every bit of waste and leaving this beautiful place cleaner than we found it.
This run is also part of the wider Fit India Movement and contributes to the Fit India Freedom Run, initiatives of the Government of India to encourage people to embrace physical activity and make fitness a part of everyday life, at least half an hour each day.
So, my message to all of you is very simple: If you can run, run. If you cannot run, walk. Get your steps in, enjoy the morning, and most importantly, have fun and enjoy the outdoors.
Let us celebrate Sewa, Swachhata and Fitness together — in the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi and in the spirit of a healthy, active and responsible India.
Thank you, and all the very best for Viksit Bharat Run 2.0!
Jai Hind!
