Sri Vijaya Puram, July 20: The Andaman and Nicobar Administration organised the Island Monsoon Cycling Tour–2026 on July 19, bringing together cyclists from different age groups in an initiative aimed at promoting fitness, healthy living, eco-friendly transportation and adventure tourism across the Islands.
The cycling event was organised by the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs in collaboration with the Department of Tourism and the Sports Authority of India (SAI). The tour commenced from Netaji Stadium in the morning and concluded at Corbyn’s Cove, with participants riding along the designated route as part of the Administration’s community-based sporting initiative.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from cyclists across various age groups, reflecting growing public interest in cycling as a recreational and fitness activity. The initiative also focused on encouraging environmentally sustainable modes of transport while promoting active lifestyles among residents.
Shweta K. Sugathan, Superintendent of Police (South Andaman), flagged off the cycling tour as the chief guest in the presence of the Director (Sports). During the event, she commended the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs for organising the cycling tour.
The Island Monsoon Cycling Tour formed part of the Administration’s efforts to encourage community participation in sporting activities while simultaneously promoting tourism through outdoor recreational events. The initiative combined physical fitness with awareness of sustainable transportation practices and adventure-based tourism in the Islands.
The route from Netaji Stadium to Corbyn’s Cove provided participants with an opportunity to take part in an organised cycling event designed to promote regular physical activity. The programme also highlighted cycling as an environmentally friendly mode of transport and a recreational activity suitable for people across different age groups.
Officials said the event concluded successfully with active public participation, reaffirming the Administration’s continued focus on promoting sports, fitness and healthy lifestyles through community-driven initiatives. The collaboration between the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, the Department of Tourism and the Sports Authority of India reflected a coordinated effort to encourage greater public engagement in outdoor sporting activities.
The Administration has been organising community-based sports events as part of its broader efforts to promote recreational sports and tourism in the Union Territory. The Island Monsoon Cycling Tour–2026 served as one such initiative aimed at encouraging participation in fitness-oriented activities while showcasing cycling as an eco-friendly and sustainable mode of transport.
The strong turnout of participants during the event reflected the growing enthusiasm for cycling and recreational sports in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The successful completion of the tour reinforced the Administration’s objective of promoting active lifestyles, encouraging community participation in sports and supporting tourism through organised outdoor events.
