In a bid to 'move the country towards a healthier future', Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a nationwide Fit India Movement on National Sports' Day on Thursday. It is aimed at encouraging people to include physical activity and sports in their everyday lives. Actor and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty Kundra is one of the 28 people who will aid Modi in realising this goal.

"Fitness is not just a word but a pre-condition for a healthy and fulfilling life. It should become a revolution," Modi said. The inaugural event in New Delhi was attended by Shilpa along with Delhi BJP president Manoj Tiwari, BJP MP Gautam Gambhir and athlete Man Kaur.