ABOUT 100 people from the different walks of life showed up in runners to join hands as show of solitude towards the spirit of service and a step towards a brighter future.
The Viksit Bharat Run, 2025 organsied the High Commission of India in Suva, jointly with MY Bharat, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, held the successful event on September 28, 2025.
Not only in Fiji, but simultaneously across more than 150 international locations, the event became a truly global celebration of service, fitness, and sustainability. The run in Suva drew enthusiastic participation from the Indian diaspora, local communities, students, professionals, and friends of India.
The chief guest of the event was Minister of Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Sashi Kiran and guest of honour president of India Foundation, Ram Madhav,.
High Commissioner Suneet Mehta in his address to the gathering, highlighted India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047 and to the strong bond between India and Fiji.
He said the enthusiastic participation of the local community, along with the Indian diaspora, showcased a shared commitment to progress and well-being.
The event was a celebration of the spirit of service and a step towards a brighter, more developed future for all.
The run was held as part of Seva Pakhwada (September 17- October 2),and reflected the transformative progress India has achieved in areas such as infrastructure, healthcare, technology, education, and sustainability under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
The community in Suva, Fiji reaffirmed its commitment to the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat, a developed India, by participating in the run.
Under the theme “Run to Serve the Nation,” participants from Suva came together in spite of inclement weather for community runs of 5 kilometres, turning the event into a powerful statement of collectiveness.
More than a fitness activity, the event celebrated the ideals of Seva Bhav (spirit of service) and echoed Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.
It also embodied India’s Swadeshi ethos, highlighting the collective call for self-reliance, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility.
The turnout was remarkable, with 100 runners, made the event a grand success.
Participants during the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 at My Suva Park. Picture: SUPPLIED
Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran. Picture: SUPPLIED
