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Himachal CM Sukhu inaugurates walkathon to launch Health Department’s Sports & Cultural Club
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🗓 25 Oct 2026, 08:19 AM
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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu flagged off a walkathon in Himachal Pradesh to mark the launch of the Health Department’s new Sports and Cultural Club.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu officially kicked off a walkathon on Monday, signalling the inauguration of the Health Department’s Sports and Cultural Club. The event, organized by the state health ministry, aims to promote physical activity and cultural engagement among government employees and the wider community.
The walkathon began from the department’s headquarters and proceeded through a designated route in the capital, drawing participation from officials, health workers and local residents. During the launch, the CM highlighted the importance of integrating sports and cultural activities into health initiatives to improve overall well-being.
The newly formed club will offer regular sports sessions, cultural programs and wellness workshops, targeting both staff and the public. Officials said the initiative aligns with the state’s broader agenda of fostering a healthier, more active society.
The walkathon concluded with a brief ceremony where the club’s charter was unveiled, and participants were encouraged to join upcoming events. The Health Department plans to expand the club’s activities across districts in the coming months.
The walkathon began from the department’s headquarters and proceeded through a designated route in the capital, drawing participation from officials, health workers and local residents. During the launch, the CM highlighted the importance of integrating sports and cultural activities into health initiatives to improve overall well-being.
The newly formed club will offer regular sports sessions, cultural programs and wellness workshops, targeting both staff and the public. Officials said the initiative aligns with the state’s broader agenda of fostering a healthier, more active society.
The walkathon concluded with a brief ceremony where the club’s charter was unveiled, and participants were encouraged to join upcoming events. The Health Department plans to expand the club’s activities across districts in the coming months.