Team TrickyScribe: Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is set to make history with the launch of the first-ever “Great Indian Coastal Cyclothon” as part of its 56th Raising Day celebrations. Under the powerful theme “Secure Shores, Prosperous India,” this monumental initiative aims to spread awareness about coastal security while highlighting threats such as smuggling of drugs, weapons, and explosives.
6,553 Kms, 11 States, 25 Days – A Test of Grit and Determination
A total of 125 CISF cyclists, including 14 women, will embark on a grueling 6,553-km journey over 25 days, covering 11 coastal states. The expedition will kick off on March 7, 2025, from two starting points:
• Lakhpat, Gujarat (Western Route – 3,775 km)
• Bakkhali, West Bengal (Eastern Route – 2,778 km)
The grand finale will take place on March 31, 2025, at the iconic Swami Vivekananda Memorial in Kanyakumari.
Major Coastal Cities on the Route
The cyclists will pass through key coastal cities, including Mumbai, Goa, Mangalore, Kochi, Haldia, Konark, Vizag, Chennai, and Pondicherry, making stops at prominent locations such as:
✅ Lakhpat Fort
✅ Surat
✅ Gateway of India (Mumbai)
✅ Mormugao Port (Goa)
✅ Mangalore
✅ Cochin
✅ Konark
✅ Vizag
✅ Chennai
✅ Pondicherry
HM Amit Shah to Virtually Flag Off the Cyclothon
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will virtually flag off the event from the CISF Regional Training Centre, Thakkolam, Tamil Nadu.
More Than Just a Race: A National Movement
The Great Indian Coastal Cyclothon is more than a sporting challenge; it is a patriotic movement uniting citizens in support of India’s coastal security. Along the journey, the CISF will host demonstrations, cultural performances, and awareness campaigns featuring schoolchildren, NCC cadets, and security personnel.
Join the Movement – Ride Along or Support Virtually
The CISF invites citizens to be part of this historic initiative by joining the cyclists along any stretch of the route. For those who cannot participate physically, a virtual rally has been launched, and supporters can register here!
Securing India’s Shores, Strengthening the Nation
This unprecedented initiative symbolizes the CISF’s unwavering commitment to national security and community engagement. By riding through India’s vast coastline, these brave cyclists are sending a powerful message: a secure coast is the foundation of a prosperous nation.
Join the Great Indian Coastal Cyclothon—because together, we can build a safer, stronger, and more resilient India!
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