Sports Minister Inaugurates LPS Fitness Festival

Aizawl : At 8 AM on Friday, the Sports and Youth Services Minister, Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar, inaugurated the LPS Fitness Festival organized by the Body Building & Fitness Association of Mizoram (BBFAM) in collaboration with the Mizoram State Sports Council. The event took place at the LPS Arena in Falkland Veng.

In his speech, Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar highlighted the growing health issues among the Mizo community due to poor dietary habits and a lack of physical activity. He expressed concern about the high rate of premature deaths among Mizo men, citing excessive alcohol consumption and substance abuse as significant contributing factors. He urged the public to prioritize health and fitness as a way to combat these challenges, emphasizing the need for a renewed focus on a healthier lifestyle.

He commended BBFAM for organizing the Fitness Festival and noted that the large participation of youth in the event demonstrated the increasing interest in fitness. The minister appreciated the young people who are taking steps to maintain their health and physical well-being, calling it a positive trend.

The LPS Fitness Festival, which began on October 16th, concluded on Friday with competitions in various categories, including Junior Mr. Physique and Mr. Mizoram.