Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates Bajaj Pune Grand Tour, Calls it a 75-Year Legacy
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Firstpost•18-01-2026, 15:25
Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates Bajaj Pune Grand Tour, Calls it a 75-Year Legacy
- •Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, India's first UCI 2.2 category multi-stage Continental Cycling Road Race.
- •The event, hosted in Pune, is seen as a statement of Maharashtra's capability to deliver world-class infrastructure and sporting ecosystems rapidly.
- •Fadnavis praised the Pune district administration for preparing 437 km of race-ready roads and a complete cycling ecosystem in record time, a pace not seen in three decades.
- •The Chief Minister emphasized that the Grand Tour is a pathway to a legacy envisioned 75 years ahead, positioning Pune as a global destination for sport, tourism, and culture.
- •The 437 km race route spans five days, passing through diverse terrains of the Deccan Plateau and Sahyadri Ranges, featuring 171 elite riders from 35 countries.
Why It Matters: The Bajaj Pune Grand Tour is a landmark cycling event, showcasing Maharashtra's infrastructure and setting a 75-year legacy.
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